swearing
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Also seen as: swearings
Meaning · English
The act of swearing, or making an oath.
Noun
Examples
No man is believed a jot the more for all the asseverations, damnings, and swearings he makes.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “swearing” mean?
The act of swearing, or making an oath.
Is “swearing” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.