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- pronunciation:
- du
ti
- phrases:
- on duty
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
duties |
| definition 1: |
something that a person should do because it is right or fair.
It is the duty of parents to take care of their children.- synonyms:
- obligation, responsibility
- similar words:
- charge, trust
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| definition 2: |
the things a person must do in a particular job or position.
One of the duties of a police officer is to direct traffic.- synonyms:
- requirement, responsibility
- similar words:
- function, mission, obligation, occupation, part
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| definition 3: |
a tax on things that people bring into a country if they bought them in another country.
- similar words:
- tax
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| phrase: |
on duty |
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