noun
- plural of oath; solemn promises or declarations, often invoking a divine witness
- plural of oath; profane or blasphemous expressions used as exclamations
Usage: informal
Examples
- The soldiers took their oaths of allegiance to the country.
- Wedding oaths are exchanged during the ceremony.
- Medical students recite oaths before beginning practice.
- The witness placed her hand on the Bible before taking the oath.
- He muttered angry oaths under his breath.
- The captain’s colorful oaths could be heard across the deck.