default

Definition

  • n. loss due to not showing up
  • n. act of failing to meet a financial obligation
  • v. fail to pay up

Word forms

Past tense
defaulted
Past participle
defaulted
Present participle
defaulting
Third person singular
defaults

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The company faced serious consequences due to its default on the loan.

  2. v.

    If you default on your payments, you may lose your account.

  3. n.

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