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obligatory

/ˌɒblɪˈɡætəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does obligatory mean?

adjective

Required or expected to be done or provided; compulsory. Something that is obligatory is necessary or essential.

Example

"It's obligatory to wear a seatbelt when driving a car."

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