De‐fault″, v. i. [imp. & p. p.Defaulted; p. pr. & vb. n.Defaulting.] 1. To fail in duty; to offend.
That he gainst courtesy so foully did default. Spenser.
2. To fail in fulfilling a contract, agreement, or duty.
3. To fail to appear in court; to let a case go by default.