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Meaning of oblige

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

oblige

Pronunciation:/əˈblaɪdʒ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To constrain someone by force or by social, moral or legal means.

    Example: I am obliged to report to the police station every week.

  2. To do (someone) a service or favour (hence, originally, creating an obligation).

    Example: He obliged me by not parking his car in the drive.

  3. To be indebted to someone.

    Example: I am obliged to you for your recent help.