vow

vow [-s] n

AFr vu < L. vōt-um, vote < pa. ppl. L. vōvēre, to promise solemnly, to pledge, dedicate.

  1. Compact; wedding pledge; marriage contract; promise of love.
  2. Covenant; promised blessing; (see Psalm 56:12).
  3. Commitment; verbal agreement.

vow v

OFr vouer; see vow, n.

  1. Promise; solemnly swear.