1. (n.) That which is due from one person to another, whether money, goods, or services; that which one person is bound to pay to another, or to perform for his benefit; thing owed; obligation; liability.

2. (n.) A duty neglected or violated; a fault; a sin; a trespass.

3. (n.) An action at law to recover a certain specified sum of money alleged to be due.

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