oration

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

• To deliver an oration; to speak.

Related

Similar words

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

Origin

• Borrowed from Latin ōrātiō, from ōrō + -ātiō. Cognate with and doublet of orison.