Meaning of compulsory in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /kəmˈpəlsəri/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    compulsory

    Definitions

    1. required by rule

    Examples

    • « in most schools physical education are compulsory »
    • « attendance is mandatory »
    • « required reading »

    Synonyms

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