Pronunciation: /dɪˈfɔlt/
noun a failure to fulfill an obligation, especially a financial one
A1 In the game, the default setting is easy.
A2 The default font size on the website is too small.
B1 You can change the default language in the settings.
B2 The default option for payment is credit card.
C1 The default behavior of the software can be customized.
C2 The default settings can be restored to factory defaults.
verb to fail to fulfill an obligation, especially a financial one
A1 I default to using my phone for taking pictures because I always forget to bring my camera.
A2 When I don't know what to order at a restaurant, I default to getting a burger.
B1 If you don't make a selection, the computer will default to the standard settings.
B2 The team captain defaulted to the coach's decision on which strategy to use.
C1 The company defaulted to its original business plan after the merger fell through.
C2 The CEO defaulted to her trusted advisors for guidance on the company's future direction.
formal The default setting for the software can be changed in the preferences menu.
informal If you don't choose a dessert, the default option is usually ice cream.
slang I always go with the default pizza toppings, can't go wrong with pepperoni!
figurative She has a default response whenever someone asks her about her plans - 'I'll see how I feel.'
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