Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

owe-allegiance

phrase

/oʊ əˈliːdʒəns/

Definition

To owe allegiance means to be loyal or committed to a particular group, country, or authority.

Examples

All citizens of the country owe allegiance to the constitution.
Soldiers take an oath to owe allegiance to their nation.
Members of the club are expected to owe allegiance to the club’s values and mission.

Meaning

This phrase often refers to a duty of loyalty one has to their nation or government, typically implied in the context of citizenship or membership in an organization.