Canadian English Meaning of oath
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Definitions and Meaning of oath in English
oath (n)
profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury
a solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior
oath (n.)
A solemn affirmation or declaration, made with a reverent appeal to God for the truth of what is affirmed.
A solemn affirmation, connected with a sacred object, or one regarded as sacred, as the temple, the altar, the blood of Abel, the Bible, the Koran, etc.
An appeal (in verification of a statement made) to a superior sanction, in such a form as exposes the party making the appeal to an indictment for perjury if the statement be false.
A careless and blasphemous use of the name of the divine Being, or anything divine or sacred, by way of appeal or as a profane exclamation or ejaculation; an expression of profane swearing.
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oath
profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger, a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subjec
pledge,promise,vow,assurance,commitment,word,agreement,appointment,arrangement,bond
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