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Valediction Definition & Meaning

valediction
noun
  1. a farewell oration (especially one delivered during graduation exercises by an outstanding member of a graduating class)
  2. the act of saying farewell

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Frequently asked questions

What does valediction mean?
a farewell oration (especially one delivered during graduation exercises by an outstanding member of a graduating class) the act of saying farewell
What part of speech is valediction?
Valediction is a noun.
How many definitions does valediction have?
Valediction has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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