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British pronunciation
/ˈɔːrəl/

Definition & Meaning of "oral"

01

spoken rather than written

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She prepared thoroughly for her oral presentation on the selected topic.
During the oral exam, the student was asked to explain and defend their thesis.
02

involving or related to the mouth

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Proper oral hygiene including brushing and flossing is important for dental health.
She developed an oral infection after having her wisdom teeth removed.
03

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

04

related to or occurring in the mouth or the oral cavity

Oral
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a spoken test

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