duty — a moral or legal obligation; a responsibility
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a moral or legal obligation; a responsibility
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈduːti/
Example Sentences
- The superhero said his duty was to save cats from trees, even though it wasn't very heroic.
- Students have a duty to attend classes regularly.
- The customs officer checked if we had anything to declare for duty.
duty
NOUN[/ˈduːti/]
a moral or legal obligation; a responsibility
The night-shift nurse checks every patient's chart — that's her duty.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'deu' (owed, due), which came from Latin 'debitus' (owed, owing). Originally referring to a debt or obligation, the term evolved to encompass any action or responsibility that one is bound or required to perform.
Breakdown
deu- (owed, due) + -ty (noun-forming suffix). The suffix '-ty' transforms the adjective concept of being 'owed' or 'due' into an abstract noun denoting obligation or required conduct.
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📝Examples
“The superhero said his duty was to save cats from trees, even though it wasn't very heroic.”
“Students have a duty to attend classes regularly.”
“The customs officer checked if we had anything to declare for duty.”
“My roommate thinks his only duty is to finish the pizza before it gets cold.”
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