Delinquency
01
犯罪, 青少年犯罪
a minor crime or misdeed, especially of a young person
例子
The rise in youth delinquency has prompted the community to develop more programs aimed at early intervention and support for at-risk teens.
青少年犯罪的增加促使社区制定了更多旨在早期干预和支持高危青少年的计划。
02
a habit of negligence
例子
The report highlighted delinquency in workplace safety practices.
03
failure to pay a debt when it is due
例子
Mortgage delinquency can lead to foreclosure.
