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Elocutionary Definition & Meaning

elocutionary
adjective
  1. of or relating to elocution; "elocutionary recitals"
  2. (used of style of speaking) overly embellished; "an elocutionary Oxonian delivery"

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What does elocutionary mean?
of or relating to elocution; "elocutionary recitals" (used of style of speaking) overly embellished; "an elocutionary Oxonian delivery"
What part of speech is elocutionary?
Elocutionary is an adjective.
How many definitions does elocutionary have?
Elocutionary has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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