Definition of "oblige" in английский

verb

1. (transitive) To constrain someone by force or by social, moral or legal means.

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

2. (transitive, intransitive) 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. (intransitive) To be indebted to someone.

   • I am obliged to you for your recent help.