oblige

UK /əˈblaɪd͡ʒ/ US /əˈblaɪd͡ʒ/
verb 3

Definitions

verb

1

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

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

Tho' he was some time awake before me, yet did he not offer to disturb a repose he had given me so much occasion for; but on my first stirring, which was not till past ten o'clock, I was oblig'd to endure one more trial of his manhood.

2

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

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

The singer obliged with another song.

3

To be indebted to someone.

I am obliged to you for your recent help.

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