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orator

Pronunciation: /ˈɒrətə/

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Definition of orator

noun

  • a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled: a theatrically effective orator
  • (also public orator) an official speaking for a university on ceremonial occasions.

Derivatives

oratorial

Pronunciation: /-ˈtɔːrɪəl/

adjective

Origin:

late Middle English: from Anglo-Norman French oratour, from Latin orator 'speaker, pleader'

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