Ow`ing (?), P. p. & a. [Used in a passive sense for owed (AS. agen. See Own).]

1.

Had or held under obligation of paying; due.

There is more owing her than is paid. Shak.

2.

Had or experienced as a consequence, result, issue, etc.; ascribable; -- with to; as, misfortunes are often owing to vices; his failure was owing to speculations.

 

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