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dependent discipline

[dɪˈpɛndənt ˈdɪsəplɪn]
nounpl: dependent disciplines
disciplina dependente
1. A field of study or academic subject that relies on knowledge or methods from another discipline for its theoretical foundation or practical application
Psychology is often considered a dependent discipline because it builds upon principles from biology and chemistry.
A psicologia é frequentemente considerada uma disciplina dependente porque se baseia em princípios da biologia e da química.
2. In organizational or educational contexts, a discipline whose development, resources, or progression depends on decisions or outcomes from another discipline
Medical ethics functions as a dependent discipline, drawing from philosophy and medical science.
A ética médica funciona como uma disciplina dependente, baseando-se na filosofia e na ciência médica.
Synonyms
applied disciplinederivative disciplinesubsidiary disciplineancillary field
Antonyms
independent disciplinefoundational disciplineautonomous discipline

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
disciplina dependente
Standard usage in academic contexts
Portugal
disciplina dependente
Standard usage in academic contexts; may also use 'disciplina subsidiária'

Related Idioms & Phrases

standing on the shoulders of giants
built upon the foundation of
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