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 23 Dec. 2024.

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