relevancy

noun

rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈre-lə-vən(t)-sē How to pronounce relevancy (audio)
plural relevancies
: relevance
also : something relevant

Examples of relevancy in a Sentence

this new information has no relevancy to the case
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Katy incorporating rap feels like an embarrassing attempt at relevancy, especially next to her mid-range belting. Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2024 Now, snippets of the brand and its products are represented by multiple people with relevancy across different markets and consumer groups for limited periods. Emma Sandler, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 Employees quickly identify gaps, relevancy and extensiveness by seeing collective information on a topic. John Hall, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024 Older employees prioritizing career relevancy will find this attitude could jeopardize their jobs and reemployment opportunities. Sheila Callaham, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for relevancy 

Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of relevancy was in 1561

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“Relevancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relevancy. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

relevancy

noun
rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈrel-ə-vən-sē How to pronounce relevancy (audio)
plural relevancies

Legal Definition

relevancy

noun
rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈre-lə-vən-sē How to pronounce relevancy (audio)
plural relevancies

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