deed

Pronunciation

• IPA: /diːd/
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Noun

Singular deed

Plural deeds

A legal contract deed

1. (countable) A deed is an action that is done; sometimes it is brave and important

   The man had done a good deed by saving that child.

2. (countable) In legal work, a deed is an agreement or contract; often on paper

   Don't forget to sign the deed or else it won't be valid.

Synonyms

• act
• action