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Moderateduty
The correct spelling is duty.
How to pronounce duty
/ˈdjuːti/
nounIPA: /ˈdjuːti/
Say it like: Dut-ee
The correct spelling is duty. That which one is morally or legally obligated to do. For example: "We don't have a duty to keep you here."
Usage Examples
“We don't have a duty to keep you here.”
“I’m on duty from 6 pm to 6 am.”
Definition
noun
- 1.That which one is morally or legally obligated to do.
- 2.The state of being at work and responsible for or doing a particular task.
- 3.A tax placed on imports or exports; a tariff.
- 4.One's due, something one is owed; a debt or fee.
- 5.Respect; reverence; regard; act of respect; homage.
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