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vow

The correct spelling is vow.

How to pronounce vow

noun

IPA: /vaʊ/

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The correct spelling is vow. A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the rules of a religious order. For example: "The old hermit, up in the mountains, took a vow of silence."

Usage Examples

The old hermit, up in the mountains, took a vow of silence.

The wronged woman vowed revenge.

The rebels vowed to continue their fight.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the rules of a religious order.
  2. 2.A declaration or assertion.
  3. 3.A votive offering.

verb

  1. 1.To make a vow; to promise.
  2. 2.To make a vow regarding (something).
  3. 3.To declare publicly that one has made a vow, usually to show one's determination or to announce an act of retaliation.

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