Meaning

• A solemn promise to perform some act, or behave in a specified manner, especially a promise to live and act in accordance with the rules of a religious order.

  "The old hermit, up in the mountains, took a vow of silence."

• A declaration or assertion.

• A votive offering.

Meaning

• To make a vow; to promise.

• To make a vow regarding (something).

  "The wronged woman vowed revenge."

• To declare publicly that one has made a vow, usually to show one's determination or to announce an act of retaliation.

  "The rebels vowed to continue their fight."