What is the meaning of obligate?

verb

  • Force somebody to do something.
    • usage: "We compel all students to fill out this form"
  • Commit in order to fulfill an obligation.
    • usage: "obligate money"
  • Bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted.
    • usage: "He's held by a contract"; "I'll hold you by your promise"

adjective

  • Restricted to a particular condition of life.
    • usage: "an obligate anaerobe can survive only in the absence of oxygen"
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