arrearage

[ uh-reer-ij ]

/ əˈrɪər ɪdʒ /

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noun

the state or condition of being in arrears.

Often arrearages. arrears; amount or amounts overdue.

Archaic. a thing or part kept in reserve.

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Origin of arrearage

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English arerage, from Old French; see origin at arrears, -age

Resolved, That the landlord of the Club room whistle for the arrearage of rent.
The History and Records of the Elephant Club|Knight Russ Ockside and Q. K. Philander Doesticks