punctuality

[ puhngk-choo-al-i-tee ]
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noun
  1. the quality or state of beingpunctual.

  2. strict observance in keeping engagements; promptness.

Origin of punctuality

1
First recorded in 1610–20; punctual + -ity

Other words from punctuality

  • un·punc·tu·al·i·ty, noun

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