Definitions

1. noun

a task or a set of tasks that someone is expected to do because of their job, position, or circumstances

“As a citizen, it’s her duty to vote in the elections.”

2. noun

a moral or social obligation to act in a particular way

“He felt a sense of duty to help those affected by the natural disaster.”

3. noun

a regular payment or allowance made to someone for doing a job or providing a service

“The soldier received a duty allowance for living in a remote area.”

4. verb

to force someone to do something, often against their will

“The police had to duty the suspect to the ground during the arrest.”

5. verb

to assign or give someone a task or responsibility

“The captain was duty the new recruit to the team.”