oration

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A formal, often ceremonial speech.
A lengthy speech or argument in a private setting.
A specific form of short, solemn prayer said by the president of the liturgical celebration on behalf of the people.

verb

/ɒˈɹeɪʃən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-oration.wav /ɔɹˈeɪʃən/ /ɵˈɾeʃən/

oration orations orationing orationed

Borrowed from Latin ōrātiō, ōrātiōnem, from ōrō (“to orate”) + -tiō (“action (nominalizer)”). Cognate with and doublet of orison.

eulogy homily sermon address discourse harangue lecture spiel hold forth orate sermonize speechify

orate orator oratory oratrix orison peroration

orational

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