punctuality

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Etymology

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From punctual +‎ -ity.

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punctuality (usually uncountable, plural punctualities)

  1. The state of being punctual
    • 1837, L[etitia] E[lizabeth] L[andon], “Alteration”, in Ethel Churchill: Or, The Two Brides. [], volume II, London: Henry Colburn, [], →OCLC, page 23:
      You were punctual to your appointment: punctuality is the first of virtues, and a sign of pretty behaviour in a young man. I foresee that you will succeed!

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