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Definition & Meaning of "due"in English

Due
01

something that is rightfully owed or deserved by someone 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Uncountable
Plural form
dues
Examples
After years of hard work, he finally received the recognition that was his due. 
02

a required or obligatory payment, such as a fee or membership cost 

Examples
He had been paying his union dues faithfully for over a decade. 
01

(of a payment, debt, etc.) scheduled or required to be paid immediately or at a specific time 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
The rent is due on the first of every month. 
02

appropriate or expected given the particular circumstances 

Examples
With all due respect, I disagree with your assessment of the situation. 
03

expected or required to happen or arrive at a certain time 

Examples
The report is due by the end of the week. 
04

sufficient or adequate in fulfilling a need, obligation, or responsibility 

Examples
The project requires due attention to ensure all details are properly handled. 
05

(of things) rightfully owed or mandated as part of a legal or moral duty 

Examples
He fought to reclaim what was rightfully due to him after the dispute. 
06

(of people) reaching a point where something, such as a reward or payment, is deserved or expected 

Examples
After years of hard work, she was due for a promotion. 
01

in an exact or direct direction in relation to a point on the compass 

Grammatical Information
Examples
The hikers continued due east until they reached the river. 
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