법적 또는 도덕적 권위로 누군가에게 특정 행위를 하도록 강제하거나 의무를 지우다.
To bind or compel someone to do something, especially by legal or moral requirement.
예문:
"The law obligates parents to provide for their children's basic needs."
"The treaty obligates both nations to reduce their carbon emissions by next year."
남에게 은혜를 베풀어 고마운 마음이나 보답해야 할 의무를 느끼게 하다.
To make someone feel grateful or indebted for a favor or kindness.
예문:
"I do not wish to obligate you with such a heavy favor."
"Her unexpected kindness obligated him to return the gesture later."
특정 목적을 위해 자금이나 자산을 배정하거나 담보로 제공하다.
To commit or pledge funds or assets for a specific purpose, especially in government accounting.
예문:
"The department must obligate the remaining budget before the fiscal year ends."
"The government obligated millions of dollars for disaster relief efforts."
생물학적으로 특정 환경이나 생존 방식에 완전히 의존하여 다른 방식으로는 살 수 없는.
Restricted to a particular function or mode of life; unable to exist in any other way.
예문:
"Viruses are obligate intracellular parasites that require a host cell to replicate."
"As an obligate carnivore, the cat's diet must consist primarily of animal protein."
법이나 규칙에 의해 반드시 따라야 하는 의무적인 성격의.
Legally or morally binding; mandatory or required.
예문:
"The judge ruled that the agreement created an obligate relationship between the parties."
"Attendance at the safety briefing is an obligate requirement for all new staff."