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com·pul·so·ry
I. \kəmˈpəls(ə)rē, -ri\ adjective
Etymology: Medieval Latin compulsorius coercive, from Latin compulsus (past participle of compellere) + -orius -ory
1. : demanded, directed, or designated by authority : enforced, mandatory
< compulsory retirement >
< compulsory vaccination >
< fees compulsory for all applicants >
2. : having the power of compulsion : coercive, compelling
< compulsory measures >
3.
a. of education : requiring or insuring under law a minimum literary level and usually promoted in the case of minors by attendance of an authorized school up to a specified age limit
b. : obligatory especially for the fulfillment of degree or graduation requirements
< for science majors biology and astronomy are compulsory >
II. noun
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Etymology: Medieval Latin compulsorium, from neuter of compulsorius, adjective
archaic : a measure or means (as a legal injunction) compelling obedience |