Delinquents
/dɪˈlɪŋkwənts/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals, typically minors, who have committed acts that violate legal statutes or social norms, subject to juvenile justice proceedings.
The court held the delinquents accountable for their unlawful acts under juvenile law.
- (n.) Debtors who fail to make payment on their financial obligations when due.
The bank sent notices to delinquents who had missed several loan payments.
Forms
- delinquent
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Commentary
The term 'delinquents' commonly denotes either juvenile offenders or those who default on financial obligations; context determines the specific legal application.
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