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What is the noun for default?

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default
  1. (finance) The condition of failing to meet an obligation.
  2. (computing) the original software programming settings as set by the factory
  3. A loss incurred by failing to compete.
  4. A selection made in the absence of an alternative.
  5. (often attributive) A value used when none has been given; a tentative value or standard that is presumed.
  6. (law) The failure of a defendant to appear and answer a summons and complaint.
  7. (obsolete) A failing or failure; omission of that which ought to be done; neglect to do what duty or law requires.
  8. (obsolete) Fault; offence; wrong act.
  9. Synonyms:
  10. Examples:
    1. “To require the pledgor to sign the form would create practical difficulties, since he may be uncooperative because of his default on the loan.”
      “This evil has happened through the governor's default.”
      “In spite of the defendant's default, evidence must always be taken, with the burden of proof remaining on the plaintiff.”
defaulter
  1. one who fails to fulfill an obligation or perform a task, especially a legal or financial one.
  2. Synonyms:
  3. Examples:
    1. “The only organizational measure of the institution attended by defaulters was whether the defaulter graduated.”
      “John was labeled as a defaulter by the court after he failed to repay his debts despite multiple warnings and reminders.”
      “Any defaulter as per the above criteria was excluded from the study if she had become pregnant during the particular quarter.”
defaultiness
  1. The quality of being defaulty.
defaulters
  1. plural of defaulter
  2. Synonyms:
  3. Examples:
    1. “At present, non-payment of a fine leads to courts serving warrants on defaulters.”
      “If defaulters don't come forward, they will face charges and the public ignominy of being named.”
      “The principal change proposed in this legislation is to allow bailiffs to execute warrants to collect money owed by fines defaulters.”
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