centralresponsibility

noun

UK /ˌsentrəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti/

US /ˌsentrəl rɪˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/

The main job or duty that someone has to take care of.

Keeping the classroom clean is the central responsibility of the class monitor.

SYNONYMS

main duty primary obligation chief task core responsibility key role

RELATED WORDS

accountability commitment duty obligation ownership

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The most important thing a person is expected to do in a job or role.

Her central responsibility as a nurse is to keep patients safe.

3. The main job of a group or organization.

The central responsibility of the fire department is to protect people from fires.

4. The key duty that comes with being part of a team.

Passing the ball is the central responsibility of every player on the team.