swearing-in

[ swair-ing-in ]

noun

1. an official ceremony where a person takes an oath of office, allegiance, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of swearing-in¹

1890–95; from verb phrase swear in; -ing ¹

Example Sentences

After the new chief’s private swearing in, Bass said she “was so appreciative of the way he handled everything.”

From Los Angeles Times

Asked whether his stance of giving only minimal answers in that forum, as a result of being punished for swearing in one in Singapore, was therefore over, he replied: "No, I’m just a good person."

From BBC

"This was somebody who was just being horrendous at that dinner, swearing in front of priests – who does that?"

From Salon

The Red Bull driver instigated his policy at the last race in Singapore after he was punished by governing body the FIA for swearing in a news conference.

From BBC

I understand drivers swearing in a race when emotions are high, but do Max Verstappen and others not think it's wrong in a press conference?

From BBC