Oral

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrəl/

Oral (adjective)

  1. Related to speaking or using the mouth.
  2. Connected to the mouth or its functions.
  3. A test where you answer questions by speaking.

Examples

  • The oral agreement was made quickly.
  • Oral communication is essential in meetings.

Common collocations: oral presentation, oral tradition, oral health, oral surgery, oral examination

Synonyms of Oral

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Oral

  • — When contrasting spoken and written communication.