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   El·o·cu·tion

   /ˌeləˈkyo͞oSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. the skill of clear and expressive speech, especially of distinct pronunciation and articulation: "lessons in singing and elocution"
   • ▪ a particular style of speaking: "a Rileyesque elocution"

   Word Origin late Middle English (denoting oratorical or literary style): from Latin elocutio(n-), from eloqui ‘speak out’ (see eloquence).

   Derivatives

   • 1. elocutionary adjective
   • 2. elocutionist noun

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   The meaning of ELOCUTION is a style of speaking especially in public. How to use elocution in a sentence.

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   ELOCUTION definition: 1. the art of careful public speaking, using clear pronunciation and good breathing to control the…. Learn more.

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   Elocution definition: a person's manner of speaking or reading aloud in public. See examples of ELOCUTION used in a sentence.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishELOCUTION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   5 days ago · elocution in American English. (ˌeləˈkjuːʃən) noun. 1. a person's manner of speaking or reading aloud in public. The actor's elocution is faultless. 2. the study and practice of oral delivery, including the control of both voice and gesture.

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   Elocution is the skill of pronouncing your words correctly. There are even elocution coaches for actors, singers, or anyone else who wants to improve theirs. Elocution sometimes describes a particular style of speaking, like an announcer's elocution that sounds like he's from the Bronx.

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   Definition of elocution noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

9. www.thefreedictionary.com › elocutionElocution - definition of elocution by The Free Dictionary

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   elocution. the art of public speaking, emphasizing gesture, vocal production, and delivery; public speaking style: His elocution was powerful and persuasive. Not to be confused with: eloquence – fluent and persuasive discourse: She speaks with such eloquence.

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    A complete guide to the word "ELOCUTION": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.

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    elocution meaning: the skill of speaking in a careful, clear way. Learn more.