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dependent

(Tax Law)

A person, other than the taxpayer or the taxpayer's spouse, for whom an exemption (defined later) can be claimed. To be your dependent, a person must be your qualifying child or qualifying relative (both defined later). For more information, see Exemptions for Dependents in Publication 501.

Source : Internal Revenue Service - United States Department of Treasury

Language : English

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