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It’s a malediction: you can swear it! (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

oath

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This could be a double definition.

'it's a malediction' is the first definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'can swear it' is the second definition.
I know that 'swear' relates to this answer.

'you' is the link.

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(Other definitions for oath that I've seen before include "Solemn pledge" , "Vow; profanity" , "Tedious task" , "A curse or a vow" , "in court, we take it" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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