troth

• Nom désignant une promesse mutuelle de mariage ou un serment solennel de fidélité, aujourd'hui considéré comme archaïque.

A noun referring to a mutual promise to marry or a solemn pledge of fidelity, now considered archaic.

1. A mutual promise to marryC2formalbritish

   A formal pledge or engagement to marry someone.

   Fiançailles

   • They plighted their troth in a quiet ceremony.
   • The couple exchanged troths under the ancient oak tree.
   • In medieval times, a troth was considered a binding contract.

   Synonymesbetrothalengagementespousalpledgeplight

2. A solemn pledge of fidelityC2formalbritish

   A serious promise or oath to be faithful and loyal.

   Serment de fidélité

   • He swore his troth to the king and his kingdom.
   • She gave her troth to the cause of justice.
   • Their troth was sealed with a handshake and a vow.

   Synonymesfaithoathpledgepromisevowword