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Definition
due1 Show phoneticsadjective
1 EVENT [never before noun] expected or planned
[+ to do sth] He was due to fly back this morning.
Her book is due out (= expected to be published) next week.
When is the baby due (= expected to be born)?
2
The train was late due to snow.
3 MONEY [never before noun] Money that is due is owed to someone and must be paid.
The rent is due today.
4 DESERVE Something that is due to you is something that is owed to you or something you deserve.
He didn't get the praise and recognition that was due to him.
5 BEHAVIOUR [always before noun] FORMAL correct and suitable
He was fined for driving without due care and attention.
6
I'm due for a check-up at the dentist's.
