pledge
UK/pledʒ/US
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Definitions
n.
A solemn promise or commitment; something given as security for a debt
誓言，保证；抵押品
v.
To make a solemn promise; to deposit something as security
发誓，保证；抵押
Root Breakdown
Native Englishpledgeother
=pledge
Common Collocations
- 1.make a pledge作出承诺
- 2.fulfill a pledge履行承诺
- 3.pledge of allegiance效忠誓言
- 4.sign a pledge签署承诺书
Example Sentences
- 1.
The new president made a solemn pledge to fight corruption.
- 2.
She offered her jewelry as a pledge to secure the loan.
- 3.
The volunteers signed a pledge to protect the local environment.