criticalduty
nounUK /ˈkrɪtɪkəl ˈdjuːti/
US /ˈkrɪtɪkəl ˈduːti/
A very important job that you must do carefully.
Checking the brakes is a critical duty for a bus driver.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A duty that must be done right away because something bad could happen if it is not.
The nurse's critical duty was to give the medicine on time.
3. A job in a game or story that is needed to win or finish.
Finding the hidden key was a critical duty in the treasure hunt.
4. A task that is watched closely to make sure it is done well.
The safety check is a critical duty at the factory.