Due

/djuː/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Something that is owed or deserved.
She received her dues after many years of service.
adjective
Expected or required at a certain time.
The payment is due at the end of the month.
Owing or owed as a debt.
He was due his salary at the end of the week.
Proper; suitable.
She received due recognition for her hard work.
Caused by; ascribable to.
The delay was due to heavy traffic.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'deu', from Latin 'debetus', meaning owed.

Common Phrases and Expressions

due date
The date by which something is expected.
due process
Fair treatment through the normal judicial system.
due diligence
The care that a reasonable person exercises to avoid harm to other persons or their property.

Related Words

dues
Payments owed, typically in the context of fees or membership.
duet
A performance by two singers or musicians.

Slang Meanings

What is expected in terms of social norms.
That's just due in this environment.
Owing respect or recognition to someone.
Gotta give him his due, he worked hard on that project.