arrears

English

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /əˈɹɪə(ɹ)z/

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• Rhymes: -ɪə(ɹ)z

Noun

arrears

1. plural of arrear

Noun

arrears (uncountable)

1. The state of having outstanding debt or liabilities.

   annuities in arrears

   • 1923, Ernest Bramah, The Eyes of Max Carrados:

     Mr Hay had been irregular with his rent at the best, and when he disappeared he was a week in arrears.

Translations

noun — see also default,‎ nonpayment

• Spanish: pagos atrasados m pl