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swear

The correct spelling is swear.

How to pronounce swear

/swɛə/
verb

IPA: /swɛə/

Say it like: Swee-r

The correct spelling is swear. To take an oath, to promise.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To take an oath, to promise.
  2. 2.To use offensive, profane, or obscene language.
  3. 3.To be lazy; rest for a short while during working hours.

noun

  1. 1.A swear word.

adjective

  1. 1.Heavy.
  2. 2.Top-heavy; too high.
  3. 3.Dull; heavy; lazy; slow; reluctant; unwilling.
  4. 4.Niggardly.
  5. 5.A lazy time; a short rest during working hours (especially field labour); a siesta.

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