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The correct spelling is swear.
How to pronounce swear
/swɛə/
verbIPA: /swɛə/
Say it like: Swee-r
The correct spelling is swear. To take an oath, to promise.
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Meanings
verb
- 1.To take an oath, to promise.
- 2.To use offensive, profane, or obscene language.
- 3.To be lazy; rest for a short while during working hours.
noun
- 1.A swear word.
adjective
- 1.Heavy.
- 2.Top-heavy; too high.
- 3.Dull; heavy; lazy; slow; reluctant; unwilling.
- 4.Niggardly.
- 5.A lazy time; a short rest during working hours (especially field labour); a siesta.
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