Meaning Of The Word Oath

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What's The Definition Of Oath?

oath
countable noun: An oath is a formal promise, especially a promise to be loyal to a person or country.

oath in American English
a ritualistic declaration, typically based on an appeal to God or a god or to some revered person or object, that one will speak the truth, keep a promise, remain faithful, etc.
noun: a solemn appeal to a deity, or to some revered person or thing, to witness one's determination to speak the truth, to keep a promise, etc

oath in British English
noun: a solemn pronouncement to affirm the truth of a statement or to pledge a person to some course of action, often involving a sacred being or object as witness

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