due (EN)

adjective, adverb, noun

adjective “due”

1. expected or scheduled to happen at a particular time
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   The baby is due in two weeks, and the family is eagerly preparing for its arrival.
2. owed or deserved as a right or reward
   The employee received the bonus that was due to her after reaching her sales targets.
3. caused by or resulting from something (used in "due to")
   Flights were delayed due to fog that reduced visibility on the runway.
4. appropriate or proper in the circumstances
   Please handle these fragile items with due caution to prevent any damage.
5. directly or exactly (used before compass directions)
   From the top of the hill, they could see a village located due north across the valley.

adverb “due”

1. directly or exactly (used with compass directions)
   The hikers walked due west until they reached the river.

noun “due”

1. (usually plural) a fee or payment owed by a member of an organization
   Members must pay their annual dues by the end of March to remain in good standing with the club.