n.
1.a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something
2.the act of affirming or asserting or stating something
3.(religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical grounds)
4.a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand
Idiom of the Day
a no-show
a person who makes a reservation for something and then neither comes nor cancels it
There were many no-shows at the concert last night.
