Definition of viva voce
(Entry 1 of 3)
: by word of mouth : orally
viva voce
adjectiveDefinition of viva voce (Entry 2 of 3)
: expressed or conducted by means of speech : orally sense 1
viva voce
nounDefinition of viva voce (Entry 3 of 3)
: an examination conducted viva voce
— called also viva
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The first known use of viva voce was in 1563
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