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oratory2

Pronunciation: /ˈɒrət(ə)ri/

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Definition of oratory

noun

[mass noun]
  • the art or practice of formal speaking in public: the gift of persuasive oratory
  • eloquent or rhetorical language:learned discussions degenerated into pompous oratory

Origin:

early 16th century: from Latin oratoria, feminine (used as a noun) of oratorius 'relating to an orator'

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