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Devoir

Definition:

Devoir, a French word, can be used as a noun or a verb, with multiple senses and usages.

Noun:

1. A duty or obligation, usually in a moral or ethical sense.

2. Homework or assignment given to students.

Sample Sentences:

1. It is our devoir to protect the environment for future generations.

2. The teacher assigned a challenging devoir on algebra.

Verb:

1. To owe or be indebted to someone.

2. To have to do something out of duty or obligation.

3. To be morally or ethically bound to perform an action.

Sample Sentences:

1. I devoir a great debt of gratitude to my parents for their support.

2. We devoir it to ourselves to work hard and achieve our goals.

3. As an honest person, I devoir to always tell the truth.

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