Pledge of Allegiance: Meaning and Definition of

Pledge' of Alle'giance

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  1. a solemn oath of allegiance or fidelity to the U.S., beginning, “I pledge allegiance to the flag,” and forming part of many flag-saluting ceremonies in the U.S.
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