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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

discipline

/dɪˈsɪplɪn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does discipline mean?

noun, verb

The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct wrongdoing. The quality of being self-controlled, orderly, and responsible.

Example

"The coach emphasized the importance of discipline in the team's training sessions."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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