Oaths
/ˈoʊθs/
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- (n.) Formal solemn promises to tell the truth or fulfill a duty, often sworn before a legal authority.
Witnesses must take oaths before testifying in court.
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The term usually appears in its plural form, referring collectively to solemn promises used in legal proceedings or official acts.
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