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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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Resolved, That the landlord of the Club room whistle for the arrearage of rent.
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