sweryng

Middle English

/ˈswɛːrinɡ/

noun
Definitions
  • The admission or reception of an oath or promise.
  • Swearing; uttering profanities (especially in oaths)

Etymology

Affix from Middle English sweren.

Origin

Middle English

sweren

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