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Definition default in British English

default verb

[intransitive] verb
/dɪˈfɔːlt/
1

to fail to pay money that you owe

Example

If you default on your payments, the bank will be forced to repossess your car.

Synonyms and related words
amortise amortize clear
2

to fail to appear in a court of law when you have been ordered to

Synonyms and related words
cross a line break defy
3

to fail to take part in a game or competition when you have agreed to

Synonyms and related words
call off back out pull back
Definition default in British English