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deontic

Pronunciation: /dɪˈɒntɪk/
Definition of deontic

adjective

Philosophy
  • relating to duty and obligation as ethical concepts.
  • Linguistics expressing duty or obligation.

Origin:

mid 19th century (as noun deontics): from Greek deont- 'being needed or necessary' (from dei 'it is necessary') + -ic

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