| 单词 | vow |
| 释义 | vow n. & v. --n 1. Relig. a solemn promise esp. in the form of an oath to God or another deity or to a saint. 2. (in pl.) the promises by which a monk or nun is bound to poverty, chastity, and obedience. 3. a promise of fidelity (lovers' vows; marriage vows). 4. (usu. as baptismal vows) the promises given at baptism by the baptized person or by sponsors. --vtr. 1. promise solemnly (vowed obedience). 2. dedicate to a deity. 3. (also absol.) archaic declare solemnly. Phrases and idioms under a vow having made a vow. Etymology: ME f. AF v(o)u, OF vo(u), f. L (as VOTE): (v.) f. OF vouer, in sense 2 partly f. AVOW |
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