First Known Use: 1822
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deferent
adjective def·er·ent \ˈde-fə-rənt, ˈdef-rənt\
Definition of DEFERENT
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Origin of DEFERENT
back-formation from deference
Related to DEFERENT
- Synonyms
- respectful, deferential, dutiful, regardful
- Antonyms
- disrespectful, undutiful
Rhymes with DEFERENT
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deferent
adjective def·er·ent \ˈdef-ə-rənt, -ˌer-ənt\
Medical Definition of DEFERENT
: of, relating to, or supplying the vas deferens <deferent arteries>
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