oath-taking
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/oʊθ ˈteɪkɪŋ/
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/əʊθ ˈteɪkɪŋ/
solemn promise
Etymology
Etymology Information
'oath-taking' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'āþ,' where 'oath' meant 'a solemn promise,' and 'taking' from 'tacan,' meaning 'to take or seize.'
Historical Evolution
'āþ' combined with 'tacan' in Middle English to form 'oath-taking,' which has retained its meaning in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'making a solemn promise,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of making a solemn promise or declaration, often in a formal setting.
The ceremony included the oath-taking of new citizens.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45