moratory

adjective

mor·​a·​to·​ry
ˈmȯr-ə-ˌtȯr-ē
: of, relating to, or resulting from delay in the payment or performance of an obligation
moratory interest

Word History

Etymology

French moratoire, from Late Latin moratorius

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“Moratory.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/moratory. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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