Elocution
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɛləˈkjuːʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Elocution is a noun meaning The art of speaking, especially public speaking, with expert control of gesture and voice, diction (articulation and word choice), and usage.
Meaning
The art of speaking, especially public speaking, with expert control of gesture and voice, diction (articulation and word choice), and usage.
Example Sentences
study elocution
perfect elocution
elocution training
His elocution was precise and clear.
Word Forms
- elocutions
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include discoursive, speechifying, speechcraft, rhetoric, illocution, speechlore.
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