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 Definition of 'obligation'

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1. (noun) dutyresponsibilityobligation
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
"we must instill a sense of duty in our children"; "every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr

2. (noun) obligation
the state of being obligated to do or pay something
"he is under an obligation to finish the job"

3. (noun) obligationindebtedness
a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor


4. (noun) debt instrumentobligationcertificate of indebtedness
a written promise to repay a debt


5. (noun) obligation
a legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply



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