mandatory Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the recipient of a mandate
   mandatary.
   
2. noun a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able to stand by themselves
   mandate.
   
3. adjective satellite required by rule
   required; compulsory.
   
   • in most schools physical education is compulsory
   • attendance is mandatory
   • required reading

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