n.[C]

1. 誓言，誓约；宣誓[+（that）]
   He took an oath to give up gambling.

   他发誓不再赌博。

2. 诅咒；诅咒语
   He was answered with a torrent of oaths.

   他得到的回答是滔滔不绝的诅咒。

n.

1. a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, regarding one's future action or behaviour.
   ▸a sworn declaration, such as the promise to tell the truth, in a court of law.
2. a profane or offensive expression of anger or other strong emotions.