ethics
noun plural but singular or plural in construction
eth·ics
ˈe-thiks
: the principles of conduct governing an individual or a profession see also ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct
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“Ethics.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/ethics. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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