oath
Definition
Solemn affirmation or pronouncement (often accompanied by swearing to God, a revered person, scripture, or a national symbol such as the country's constitution or flag) that what one is about to say is true, and he or she is bound by it. Lying under oath invites punishment, such as penalties for perjury.
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