arrearage

[uh-reer-ij] Origin

ar·rear·age

[uh-reer-ij]
noun
1.
the state or condition of being in arrears.
2.
Often, arrearages. arrears; amount or amounts overdue.
3.
Archaic. a thing or part kept in reserve.

Origin:
1275–1325; Middle English arerage < Old French. See arrear, -age
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Arrearage is always a great word to know.
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a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.
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arrearage
early 14c., from O.Fr. arerage, from arere "behind;" see arrears.
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