Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being oral; the act of speaking or communicating in spoken language.

“The professor’s emphasis on the importance of oral history in his lecture highlighted its significance in academic research.”

2. noun

The study of spoken language and its variations across cultures and societies.

“The orality section of the linguistics department at the university offered a fascinating course on the cultural significance of spoken language.”

3. noun

The practice of using spoken language as the primary means of communication or expression.

“The orality of the tribe’s storytelling tradition played a crucial role in their cultural identity and social bonding.”