Definition of duly

dulyadverb

đúng

/ˈdjuːli//ˈduːli/

The word "duly" originated from the Old English word "dūgolīc," which meant "fit, proper, suitable." This word, in turn, came from "dūgan," meaning "to be of use, to be fit, to avail," and "-līc," a suffix indicating "like, resembling." Over time, "dūgolīc" evolved into "due" and later "duly." The transition reflects a shift in meaning from "fit" to "owed, proper, or expected." Therefore, "duly" ultimately signifies something that is "according to what is right or expected," highlighting the concept of fulfilling obligations or expectations appropriately.

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in the correct or expected manner

theo cách chính xác hoặc dự kiến

Example:
  • The document was duly signed by the inspector.

    Văn bản đã được thanh tra ký hợp lệ.

at the expected and correct time

vào đúng thời điểm dự kiến ​​và chính xác

Example:
  • They duly arrived at 9.30 in spite of torrential rain.

    Họ đến nơi đúng lúc 9 giờ 30 bất chấp cơn mưa xối xả.

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