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Meaning of voluntary

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

voluntary

Pronunciation:/ˈvɒ.lən.tɹi//ˈvɑ.lənˌtɛ.ɹi/

noun

Definitions

  1. A short piece of music, often having improvisation, played on a solo instrument.

  2. A volunteer.

  3. A supporter of voluntarism; a voluntarist.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Done, given, or acting of one's own free will.

  2. Done by design or intention; intentional.

    Example: If a man accidentally kills another by lopping a tree, it is not voluntary manslaughter.

  3. Working or done without payment.

  4. Endowed with the power of willing.

adverb

Definitions

  1. Voluntarily.