(In some states or political systems) an oath of allegiance taken by those in public office, by the citizenry in general, or by those wishing to attain citizenship.
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in The Times.
Definition of civic oath in US English:
civic oath
noun
(In some states or political systems) an oath of allegiance taken by those in public office, by the citizenry in general, or by those wishing to attain citizenship.
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in The Times.