A formal, often ceremonial speech.
A specific form of short, solemn prayer said by the president of the liturgical celebration on behalf of the people.
A lengthy speech or argument in a private setting.
To deliver an oration; to speak.
The material recited.
The act of publicly reciting something previously memorized.
A part of a song's lyrics that is spoken rather than sung.
A regularly scheduled class, in a school, in which discussion occurs of the material covered in a parallel lecture.