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Duty

noun
/ˈdjuː.ti/

Meaning

something that one is expected or required to do; moral or legal obligation
a moral or legal obligation; a responsibility

Example Sentences

It is our duty as citizens to vote in elections.

It is our duty to protect the environment.

Example Expressions

call of duty

Synonyms

responsibility, obligation, commitment, role, task, assignment
Entry 1
responsibility, obligation, commitment, role
Entry 2
responsibility, obligation, task, assignment, commitment

Antonyms

freedom, choice, privilege, right, exemption
Entry 1
freedom, choice, privilege, right
Entry 2
freedom, choice, exemption

Collocations

moral duty, civic duty, on duty, duty free, official duty, line of duty
Entry 1
moral duty, civic duty, on duty
Entry 2
duty free, official duty, moral duty, line of duty

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