lying under oath

/ˌlaɪɪŋ ˌʌndər oʊθ/
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Definitions of lying under oath
  1. noun
    criminal offense of making false statements under oath
    synonyms: bearing false witness, perjury
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    type of:
    infraction, infringement, misdemeanor, misdemeanour, violation
    a crime less serious than a felony
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