MUSCLES OF RESPIRATION. When the diaphragm contracts in inspiration, initially the lower ribs are fixed and the dome of the diaphragm descends, thus increasing the vertical diameter of thorax.
arrearage. 1  the state or condition of being in arrears. 2  Often, arrearages. arrears; amount or amounts overdue. 3  Archaic. a thing or part kept in reserve.
Arrearage/Arrears. The total unpaid support obligation owed by a person under a court order to pay support. * COURT ORDERED ARREARAGES. The total amount of monies past due and owing under a court order. * STATE ASSIGNED ARREARAGES. The total amount of support monies past due and owing under a court order, that have been assigned to the State.