Vow
/vaʊ/
Definitions
- (n.) A solemn promise or assertion, often invoking a divine witness, to carry out a specified act or refrain from certain conduct.
The witness made a vow to tell the truth during testimony.
- (v.) To solemnly promise or swear to do a particular thing.
The defendant vowed to compensate the plaintiff for damages.
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- vow
- vows
- vowed
- vowing
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a vow may resemble an oath but is often more personal or religious in nature; distinguishing between vows and legal oaths is important in drafting.
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