oath


Definition: Meaning of, oath in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əʊθ /

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oath oaths
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  1. a formal and very serious promise
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  2. law a formal promise to tell the truth in a court of law
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  3. written an offensive word or phrase that expresses anger, surprise, shock etc
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oath used in phrases

  • Hippocratic oath (noun)
    1. the promise made by doctors that they will obey the principles of the medical profession
  • lying under oath (noun)
    1. criminal offence of making false statements under oath
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