Arrears Definition & Meaning
arrears
- noun
- the state of being behind in payments; "an account in arrears"
- an unpaid overdue debt
"Arrears" in song lyrics
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"It kind of appears my ego account's in arrears"
Princess Superstar f/ Beth Orton — Untouchable Part 2 -
"completely remove all registry arrears"
AOL — AOL -
"Paris Club confirms first receipt of Argentina arrears"
Reuters — Reuters
Words that rhyme with arrears
Usage tips for "arrears"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does arrears mean?
- the state of being behind in payments; "an account in arrears" an unpaid overdue debt
- What part of speech is arrears?
- Arrears is a noun.
- How many definitions does arrears have?
- Arrears has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).