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Meaning of the word conduct in English

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conduct

US /kənˈdʌkt/
UK /kənˈdʌkt/
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Noun

1.

the manner in which an organization or activity is managed or directed

Example:
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The conduct of the meeting was very professional.
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His conduct during the investigation was exemplary.
Synonym:
behaviormanagementdirectionhandlingoperation

Verb

1.

organize and carry out

Example:
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The police are conducting an investigation.
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They plan to conduct a survey of customer satisfaction.
Synonym:
carry outperformexecutemanagedirect
2.

direct the performance of (a musical work)

Example:
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The maestro will conduct the orchestra.
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She learned to conduct a choir at a young age.
Synonym:
directleadorchestratemanage
3.

transmit (a form of energy such as heat or electricity) or allow it to pass through

Example:
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Copper wires conduct electricity very well.
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Water can conduct heat efficiently.
Synonym:
transmitcarryconveychannel
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Related Word:
conductance