To make a solemn declaration, invoking a deity or a sacred person or thing, in confirmation of and witness to the honesty or truth of such a declaration.
예문
1. swear like a pirate (욕을 마구 퍼붓다) 2. He swore at his children. (그는 아이들에게 욕을 퍼부었다) 3. He swore that he would be revenged on her. (그는 그녀에 대한 복수를 맹세했다) 4. swear on Heaven (하늘에 대고 맹세하다) 5. She swore to tell the truth. (그녀는 진실을 말할 것을 맹세했다)
