Juramentum
/ˌjuːræˈmɛn.tum/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal solemn oath or affirmation made to pledge the truth of a statement or the performance of an act, often administered in a legal setting.
The witness took the juramentum before testifying in court.
Forms
- juramentum
- juramenta
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Commentary
Juramentum emphasizes the solemnity and legal binding nature of the oath; it is often used in historical or formal legal contexts.
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