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. She swore to tell the truth. (그녀는 진실을 말할 것을 맹세했다) 2. He swore that he would be revenged on her. (그는 그녀에 대한 복수를 맹세했다) 3. swear like a pirate (욕을 마구 퍼붓다) 4. He swore at his children. (그는 아이들에게 욕을 퍼부었다) 5. swear on Heaven (하늘에 대고 맹세하다)
