Declare

To solemnly assert a fact before wiinesses, e. g., where a testator de clares a paper signed by him to be his last will and testament, This also is one of the words customarily used in the promise given by a person whois afirmed as a witness,—“sincerely and truly declare and affirm.” Hence, to make a positive and solemn asseveration. With reference to pleadings, it means to draw up, serve, and file a declaration; e. ¢., a “rule to declare.” Also to allege in a deelaration ag a ground or cause of action; as “he declares upon a promissory note.”