Definition of oration

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o·ra·tion    (ô-rshn, -r-) KEY 

NOUN:

1. A formal speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion.
2. A speech delivered in a high-flown or pompous manner.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English oracion, prayer, from Late Latin rti, rtin-, from Latin, discourse, from rtus, past participle of rre, to speak