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orator
noun or·a·tor \ˈȯr-ə-tər, ˈär-\
: a person who makes speeches and is very good at making them
Full Definition of ORATOR
1
: one who delivers an oration
2
: one distinguished for skill and power as a public speaker
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First Known Use of ORATOR
15th century
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orator
noun or·a·tor \ˈȯr-ə-tər\
Definition of ORATOR for Kids
: a public speaker noted for skill and power in speaking
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