- the state of being behind or late, especially in the fulfillment of a duty, promise, obligation, or the like: Many homeowners have fallen into arrears.
- something overdue in payment; a debt that remains unpaid: Those countries that have paid their arrears may be granted additional loans.
- behind or late, especially in payment: She was three months in arrears on her mortgage and credit card payments.
- something outstanding or owed
- late in paying a debt or meeting an obligation
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