Delinquency Definition & Meaning

delinquency
noun
  1. nonpayment of a debt when due
  2. a tendency to be negligent and uncaring; "he inherited his delinquency from his father"; "his derelictions were not really intended as crimes"; "his adolescent protest consisted of willful neglect of all his responsibilities"
  3. an antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor

"Delinquency" in song lyrics

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  • "It's outta control pandemonium delinquency"
    Delinquent Habits — 1 Adam 12
  • "teens alcochol delinquency"
    AOL — AOL
  • "teens alcohol delinquency"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "delinquency"

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