ob·li·ga·tion ( b l -g  sh n)n. 1. The act of binding oneself by a social, legal, or moral tie. 2. a. A social, legal, or moral requirement, such as a duty, contract, or promise that compels one to follow or avoid a particular course of action. b. A course of action imposed by society, law, or conscience by which one is bound or restricted. 3. The constraining power of a promise, contract, law, or sense of duty. 4. Law a. A legal agreement stipulating a specified payment or action, especially if the agreement also specifies a penalty for failure to comply. b. The document containing the terms of such an agreement. 5. a. Something owed as payment or in return for a special service or favor. b. The service or favor for which one is indebted to another. 6. The state, fact, or feeling of being indebted to another for a special service or favor received. ob li·gation·al adj. |
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| Adj. | 1. | obligational - relating or constituting or qualified to create a legal or financial obligation; "obligational authority" |
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