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con·duct

conduct

 
 
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
pronunciation: kan duhkt
definition: the way a person acts; behavior.
People expect good conduct from leaders in government.
synonyms:
behavior
similar words:
manner, manners
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part of speech: verb
pronunciation: kn duhkt
inflections: conducts, conducting, conducted
definition 1: to lead or guide.
She conducted a tour of the museum.He conducted the orchestra.
synonyms:
direct, lead, manage, transact
similar words:
control, escort, guide, hold, steer
definition 2: to carry electricity through or along something.
Copper conducts well.Plastic does not conduct electricity.
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similar words:
convey
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  • conductor:
    a thing that conducts electric current.
  • conductor:
    a person who leads an orchestra.
  • conductor:
    a person who collects tickets on a train.
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