Definition of official oath:
		
		
		(adj) :
		
		of or pertaining to an office or public trust; as, official duties, or routine; derived from the proper office or officer, or from the proper authority; made or communicated by virtue of authority; as, an official statement or report
		
			
	
		
		
		(n) :
		
		an employee of the public authorities who acts in an official capacity and with certain powers and authorities