Definition of "duty"
Kid-friendly meaning of duty, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "duty" mean?
duty (noun) — something a person should do because it is right.
Example sentences using "duty"
Grade K–2
It is your duty.
Grade 3–5
He felt it was his duty to help his younger brother whenever he was struggling with math.
Grade 6–8
Civic duty including voting, jury service, and paying taxes sounds dry but holds democracies together; when enough people stop participating, the system loses its ability to represent.
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