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redundant
01
surpassing what is needed or required, and so, no longer of use
Examples
His position at the company became redundant after the department was restructured.
1.1
(of words or phrases) repetitive and unnecessary
Examples
The phrase " final conclusion " is redundant since a conclusion is already final by definition.
1.2
no longer employed because there is no more work available or the position is no longer necessary
Dialect
British
BritishExamples
They offered training programs to help redundant workers find new jobs.
02
referring to a system or component that is duplicated or has backup to increase reliability or safety
Examples
The aircraft 's redundant systems ensure it can continue to operate even if one fails.
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