Sekirov Dictionary

oration

UK /ɒˈɹeɪʃən/US /ɔɹˈeɪʃən/

noun 3
verb 1
forms 3

noun3

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A formal, often ceremonial speech.
- […] there is such confusion in my powers, / As after some Oration fairely spoke / By a beloued Prince, there doth appeare / Among the buzzing pleased multitude. — 1596
•
(humorous) A lengthy speech or argument in a private setting.
- My Landlord was likewise beginning his Oration to Jones, but was presently interrupted by that generous Youth, who shook him heartily by the Hand; and assured him of entire Forgiveness […] — 1749
A specific form of short, solemn prayer said by the president of the liturgical celebration on behalf of the people.

verb1

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To deliver an oration; to speak.
- They gave answers with great sufficiency touching all difficulties concerning their own law, and had marvellous promptitude both for orationing and giving judgement. — 1633

forms

orationed · orationing · orations

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