Duty

/ˈdjuːti/

The meaning and definition of Duty, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. That which one is morally or legally obligated to do.
    β€œWe don't have a duty to keep you here.”
  2. The state of being at work and responsible for or doing a particular task.
    β€œI’m on duty from 6 pm to 6 am.”

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms obligation
Antonyms right duty-free

Origin

From Middle English duete, from Old French deu.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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