swear

  1. Noun.  A swearword.
  2. Verb.  (intransitive) (transitive) To take an oath.
  3. Verb.  (intransitive) To use offensive language.
  4. Adjective.  (context, UK) Heavy.
  5. Adjective.  (context, UK) Top-heavy; too high.
  6. Adjective.  (context, UK) Dull; heavy; lazy; slow; reluctant; unwilling.
  7. Adjective.  (context, UK) Niggardly.
  8. Adjective.  (context, UK) A lazy time; a short rest during working hours (especially field labour); a siesta.
  9. Verb.  (context, UK) To be lazy; rest for a short while during working hours.

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