Bit of bad language (4)

I believe the answer is:

oath

(Other definitions for oath that I've seen before include "Vow, sworn word" , "'Profane, or solemn expression (4)'" , "Swearword or solemn word" , "Vow; profanity" , "Curse - sworn statement" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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