American English pronunciation
How to pronounce allegiances
IPA transcription: [ə'lidʒənsɪz]
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Noun
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the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action
“his long commitment to public service”
“they felt no loyalty to a losing team”
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the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign)
Usage examples
- They were also made up by soldiers whose allegiances were not always clear.
- Members are free to maintain other religious allegiances.
- Regardless of your political allegiances, you should oppose this cruel bill.