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Definition of «oratory»

An oratory is a room, especially in a church or monastery, where religious services are held. It can also refer to a place for public speaking or debate, often associated with a particular organization or group. In addition, an oratory can be defined as a fine speech or piece of writing that is intended to persuade or inspire the listener or reader.

Usage examples

  1. The esteemed politician delivered a powerful oratory to inspire the crowd.
  2. The students enrolled in the public speaking class practiced their oratory skills by delivering persuasive speeches.
  3. The commencement speaker captivated the audience with her eloquent and moving oratory.
  4. The famous orator was known for his ability to captivate large audiences with his passionate and effective oratory.
  5. The debate team prepared extensively to improve their oratory techniques, enabling them to present logical and convincing arguments.

Phrases with «oratory»

Sentences with «oratory»

  • The speech is considered one of the great pieces of oratory in American history, and a thought about Buffalo was near the heart of it. (buffalonews.com)
  • «Inconsequential technicality» leads to quashing of schools adjudicator decision on London Oratory School. (politics.co.uk)
  • Maybe with the few great movers and shakers of today along with the one presidential candidate and his VP pick, both of whom provide models, again, of the power of education and literacy, of restoring peace and dialogue as the first order, we can restore not only the impeccable English written and oratory skills of yesterday, but also restore our sense of obligation for caring about our one, finite planet. (dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com)
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