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delinquency (s) (noun), delinquencies (pl)
1. Juvenile delinquency is an antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor.
2. Antisocial or illegal behavior or acts; especially, by young people.
3. A tendency to be negligent and uncaring: Peter inherited his delinquency from his father.
4. A failure in or the neglect of duty or obligation; dereliction; default; such as, a debt, that is past due: Sharon was accused of delinquency in payment of her car payment.
5. Any misdeed, offense, or misdemeanor: Delinquency is the failure of any kind to perform a required duty or obligation.

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