default (EN)

noun, verb

noun “default”

1. a standard setting or value that is automatically used unless you choose a different one
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   The default can be changed in the settings.
2. failure to repay a loan or to meet a financial obligation
   The company is at risk of default due to its inability to pay back its debts.
3. something that happens or is selected when nothing else is chosen or done
   She became the team leader by default since no one else volunteered.
4. failure to appear in court when required
   The judge issued a default judgment against the absent party.
5. a loss in a competition due to not participating or not meeting requirements
   Our team won the match by default because the other team didn't arrive.

verb “default”

1. to fail to repay a loan or meet a financial obligation
   The company defaulted on its loans due to declining sales.
2. (computing) to automatically select a standard option when no alternative is specified
   If you don't specify a printer, the system will default to the last one used.
3. to fail to fulfill an obligation or promise
   He defaulted on his duties, causing delays in the project.
4. to fail to appear in court when required
   The defendant defaulted, and the judge issued a default judgment.
5. to lose a game or competition by not participating
   She had to default her match because of an injury.