A solemn pledge or promise that invokes a deity, a ruler, or another entity (not necessarily present) to attest the truth of a statement or sincerity of one's desire to fulfill a contract or promise.
A light, irreverent or insulting appeal to a deity or other entity.
A curse, a curse word.
A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.
A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the rules of a religious order.
A declaration or assertion.
To declare publicly that one has made a vow, usually to show one's determination or to announce an act of retaliation.
To make a vow; to promise.
To make a vow regarding (something).