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

The encounter was part of what Jurado described as her “listening tour,” which she credits for her victory and which she plans to continue after her swearing-in.

From Los Angeles Times

A public swearing-in ceremony is expected to be held next week.

From Los Angeles Times

McDonnell still requires City Council confirmation and is scheduled to appear before the public safety committee on Tuesday, but his public swearing-in ceremony is already set for Nov. 14.

From Los Angeles Times

Trump has obsessed over crowd sizes since his inauguration day, repeatedly claiming he had the best-attended swearing-in in history, in spite of photo evidence to the contrary.

From Salon

But after widespread reports of voting irregularities, many regional leaders shunned his swearing-in festivities.

From Los Angeles Times