oath

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Noun

1. A [[solemn]] [[pledge]] or promise that invokes a [[deity]], a [[ruler]], or another entity (not necessarily present) to [[attest]] the [[truth]] of a [[statement]] or [[sincerity]] of one's desire to fulfill a [[contract]] or [[promise]].
2. A [[statement]] or [[promise]] which is [[strengthen]]ed ([[affirm]]ed) by such a pledge.
3. A light, irreverent or insulting appeal to a [[deity]] or other entity.
4. A [[curse]], a [[curse word]].

Verb

1. {{lb|en|archaic}} To [[pledge]].

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