swear

verb

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • simple present : swear
  • simple present, singular, third person : swears
  • simple past : swore
  • past participle : sworn
  • present participle : swearing

Senses

  • to use offensive or obscene language
  • to promise
  • tell the truth
  • attest to something
  • swear into office

swear

noun

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • singular : swear
  • plural : swears

Senses

  • profane oath