Oratory

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈɒɹət(É™)ɹi/
• US IPA: /ˈɔ.ɹə.tÉ”.ɹi/

From Latin ōrātōria, from the feminine of ōrātōrius ("oratorial").

Full definition of oratory

Noun

1. (uncountable) The art of public speaking, especially in a formal, expressive, or forceful manner.
2. (uncountable) Eloquence; the quality of artistry and persuasiveness in speech or writing.

Synonyms

• (art of public speaking) public speaking

From Anglo-Norman oratorie, Middle French oratoire, and their source, Late Latin ōrātōrium.

Noun

1. (countable) A private chapel.
• Jeremy TaylorDo not omit thy prayers for want of a good oratory, or place to pray in.
2. (countable) A large Roman Catholic church.