oath meaning and definition

OATH noun

Definition of oath (noun)

1. profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
   • "expletives were deleted"
   • synonyms: curse, curse word, cuss, expletive, swearing, swearword
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
   • synonyms: swearing
3. a solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior
   • "they took an oath of allegiance"