n.
1.profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
2.a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law)
3.a solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior
Idiom of the Day
whip (someone or something) into shape
to transform or change something that is failing into something that works effectively
The coach worked hard to whip the team into shape after a very bad season.