oratory
noun (1)
ˈär-\
Definition of oratory
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : a place of prayer especially : a private or institutional chapel The mansion contained an oratory for the family's private devotion.
2 capitalized : an Oratorian congregation, house, or church
oratory
noun (2)Definition of oratory (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : the art of speaking in public eloquently or effectively
2a : public speaking that employs oratory
b : public speaking that is characterized by the use of stock phrases and that appeals chiefly to the emotions
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oratory
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Kids Definition of oratory
1 : the art of making speeches
2 : the style of language used in important speeches
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