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Added 9 October 2026

overdue

/ˌəʊ.vəˈdju/ adjective

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Late; especially, past a deadline or too late to fulfill a need.
his library books were three days overdue; my car is overdue for an oil change; she finally left on a long overdue vacation

noun

A borrowed item (such as a library book) that has not been returned on time.
A payment or invoice that is past due.

Origin

From over- + due.

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