duty-free
[ doo-tee-free, dyoo- ]
/ ˈdu tiˈfri, ˈdyu- /
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adjective, adverb
free of customs duty or tax on imported or exported goods: duty-free cargo; merchandise shipped duty-free.
pertaining to or selling goods for import or export free of the usual customs duty: a duty-free shop at the airport.
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duty-free
adjective, adverb
with exemption from customs or excise duties
noun
goods sold in a duty-free shop
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