arrears
Pronunciation
/ɝˈɪɹz/

Definition & Meaning of "arrears"in English

Arrears
01

money that is owed and not yet paid

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Plural form
arrears
Examples
He finally paid off his arrears from the last six months.
02

the condition of being behind on required payments

Examples
The family fell into arrears after both parents lost their jobs.
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