| 释义 |
el·o·cu·tion
\ˌeləˈkyüshən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English elocucioun, from Latin elocution-, elocutio, from elocutus (past participle of eloqui to speak out, orate) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at eloquent
1. archaic
a. : literary style or expression
b. : impressive writing or style : eloquence
< to express these thoughts with elocution — John Dryden >
2.
a. : oratorical, dramatic, or expressive oral delivery
< an expert user of elocution >
b. : style or manner of speaking
< clear concise elocution >
sometimes : an affected or overembellished style or manner of speaking
3. : the art of oratorical or expressive public speaking |