Meaning & Definition of Oath in English
English⟶
Oath
/oʊθ/
noun
1. Profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
- "Expletives were deleted"
synonym:
- curse,
- curse word,
- expletive,
- oath,
- swearing,
- swearword,
- cuss
2. A commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law)
- To lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury
synonym:
- oath,
- swearing
3. A solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior
- "They took an oath of allegiance"
synonym:
- oath