oral
/ˈɔɹəl/ · 2 syllables
Meaning
adjective
- using speech rather than writing
“an oral tradition” - of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth
“oral hygiene” - of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located
“the oral cavity” - a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated in the mouth; fixation at this stage is said to result in dependence, selfishness, and aggression
noun
- an examination conducted by spoken communication
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