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Definition of in default
: having missed a payment that is due She's in default on her loan.
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: failure to do something required by duty or law : neglect
: fault
: a failure to pay financial debts
: to fail to fulfill a contract, agreement, or duty: such as
: to fail to meet a financial obligation
: to fail to appear in court
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