English to English noun
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the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force |  | Example: we must instill a sense of duty in our children every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty
source: wordnet30
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the state of being obligated to do or pay something |  | Example: he is under an obligation to finish the job
source: wordnet30
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a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor |  | source: wordnet30
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a written promise to repay a debt |  | source: wordnet30
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a legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply |  | source: wordnet30
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The act of obligating. |  | source: webster1913
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