debt
//dɛt//
Noun
debtSingular
debtsPlural
1
A sum of money that is owed or due to be paid to someone
He is working hard to pay off his debts.
2
The state of owing money
The company is heavily in debt.
3
A feeling of gratitude for a service or favor; an obligation to repay someone's kindness
I owe him a debt of gratitude for all his help.