English Explanatory Dictionary

swear on a stack of Bibles

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make a promise or give an assurance with great conviction.

Pronunciation

en-au-swear on a stack of Bibles.ogg

Word forms

swear on a stack of Bibles swears on a stack of Bibles swearing on a stack of Bibles swore on a stack of Bibles sworn on a stack of Bibles swear on a stack swear on stacks of Bibles promise on a stack of Bibles

Etymology

From the practice of some people making an oath on a Bible to tell the truth when testifying in court.

Synonyms

swear on one's life swear on the Bible

Related words

swear on swear upon
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