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oratory
1[ awr-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, or- ]
noun
- skill or eloquence in public speaking:
The evangelist moved thousands to repentance with his oratory.
Synonyms: , ,
- the art of public speaking, especially in a formal and eloquent manner.
oratory
2[ awr-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, or- ]
noun
- a place of prayer, as a small chapel or a room for private devotions.
- (initial capital letter) Roman Catholic Church. any of the religious societies of secular priests who live in religious communities but do not take vows.
Oratory
1/ -trɪ; ˈɒrətərɪ /
noun
- Also calledCongregation of the Oratory the religious society of secular priests ( Oratorians ) living in a community founded by St Philip Neri
- any church belonging to this society
the Brompton Oratory
oratory
2/ ˈɒrətərɪ; -trɪ /
noun
- the art of public speaking
- rhetorical skill or style
oratory
3/ -trɪ; ˈɒrətərɪ /
noun
- a small room or secluded place, set apart for private prayer
Derived Forms
- ˌǰˈٴǰ, adjective
- ˌǰˈٴǰly, adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of oratory1
Word History and Origins
Origin of oratory1
Origin of oratory2
Example Sentences
On Friday, as the Rams prepared for the second night of the draft, McVay used his oratory skills before another assemblage of pros.
After about eight minutes, the protesters left the roadway, convening in front of the 17-story tower, where the oratory continued.
While his oratory continues to project passion for justice, his controversial image has faded somewhat as his civil rights goals have become more inclusive.
His gift for oratory could energize all kinds of people, including workers, presidents and other heads of state.
It announced that the school oratory would be open on Saturday and Sunday for pupils and their families to come together to remember Tiarnán.
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