n. Function: verb
1 to give one's word to do, bring about, or provide FF1C; promised to render all possible assistance to the flood victims FF1E;
Synonyms: engage, pass, pledge, undertake; compare VOW
Related Words: accede, agree, assent, consent; bargain, compact, contract; covenant, plight, swear, vow; assure, ensure, insure; guarantee
Idioms: give ( or make) a promise, pass one's word
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Synonyms: AUGUR 2, betoken, bode, forebode, foreshadow, foreshow, foretoken, omen, portend, presage