redundancy
word
Definition
Redundancy means having more of something than is necessary. It can refer to extra words in language or losing a job because your position is no longer needed.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal and technical contexts. Used in linguistics (unnecessary repetition, e.g. 'free gift') and employment (job loss due to position not needed). In business, 'made redundant' is a polite phrase for being laid off. Do not confuse with 'redundant' (the adjective).
Example Sentences
He lost his job because of redundancy.
basic
The report contained a lot of redundancy.
basic
Teachers try to remove redundancy from students' writing.
basic
I repeated myself, but Jane pointed out the redundancy in my explanation.
natural
Due to company redundancy, several employees were let go last week.
natural
Adding backup servers creates redundancy to keep systems running smoothly.
natural