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duty (noun)

A duty is something that you must do because it is your job or because it is the right thing to do. In law, it is a legal responsibility that a person or group has to follow.

💬 Example

"It is my duty to help my family every day."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'DO-TY'. You must DO what is required for your par-TY (group/society).

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
obligation responsibility task role burden
⚠️ Common Mistakes

I am in duty. → I am on duty.

It is my duty for helping. → It is my duty to help.

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