Etymology
Meaning
A defaulter is a person who fails to fulfill an obligation or duty, such as paying a debt, attending a scheduled appointment, or reporting for military service.
Origin
The term "defaulter" originated in the 13th century in Old French, where it referred to a person who violated a promise or failed to fulfill an obligation. It was derived from the Latin de- (meaning "away from") and facere (meaning "to do"), thus literally meaning "one who does away from" (i.e., fails to do).
Usage
The word "defaulter" is commonly used in various contexts, including:
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