contingent
noun [ C, + sing/pl verb ]
a group of people representing an organization or country, or a part of a military force:
The French contingent certainly made their presence known at this year's conference.
a large contingent of voluntary soldiers
contingent
noun [C] (GROUP)
a group of people representing an organization or country, or a part of a military force:
The conservative contingent walked out of the convention when their plan was rejected.
contingent
adjective formal
contingent on/upon something
depending on something else in the future in order to happen:
Outdoor activities are, as ever, contingent on the weather.
contingent
adjective (DEPENDING)
depending on or influenced by something else:
Buying the new house was contingent on selling the old one.
contingent
adjective
depending on something else in the future in order to happen:
contingent on/upon sth
The contract is contingent on approval by the Board of Trustees.