Affidavit
WordNet
noun
(1) Written declaration made under oath; a written statement sworn to be true before someone legally authorized to administer an oath
WiktionaryText
Etymology
From , the third person singular perfect tense of
Noun
- A signed document wherein an affiant makes a sworn statement.
- He submitted his affidavit rather than appearing to testify in court.
Verb
- Third person singular perfect tense of affidare ("to swear").