deadbeat dad

/ˌdɛdˈbit dæd/
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Other forms: deadbeat dads

Definitions of deadbeat dad
  1. noun
    a father who willfully defaults on his obligation to provide financial support for his offspring
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    type of:
    deadbeat, defaulter
    someone who fails to meet a financial obligation
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