duty

US /ˈduti, ˈdju-/

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UK /'dju:tɪ/

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noun

  • Work required by your job or position
  • A tax (on imported goods)

Examples

(formal) It was ruled that the injured man was in breach of his duty by not wearing the safety equipment provided.

It's the duty of each and every one of us to do their best for the team. They have a duty of confidentiality.