Definition for PUNC-TU-AL'I-TY

PUNC-TU-AL'I-TY, n.

  1. Nicety; scrupulous exactness. He served his prince with punctuality. – Howel.
  2. It is now used chiefly in regard to time. He pays his debts with punctuality. He is remarkable for the punctuality of his attendance.

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