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Word: default (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • A loss incurred by failing to compete.
  • computing A value used when none has been given. Often used attributively, e.g., ''default value''.
  • legal The failure of a defendant to appear and answer a summons and complaint.
  • The condition of failing to meet an obligation.

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Verb:

  • computing To assume a value when none was given.
  • legal To fail to appear and answer a summons and complaint.
  • To fail to meet an obligation.
  • To lose a competition by failing to compete.

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