- skill or eloquence in public speaking: The evangelist moved thousands to repentance with his oratory.
- the art of public speaking, especially in a formal and eloquent manner.
- a place of prayer, as a small chapel or a room for private devotions.
- any of the religious societies of secular priests who live in religious communities but do not take vows.
- the art of public speaking
- rhetorical skill or style
- a small room or secluded place, set apart for private prayer
- the religious society of secular priests (Oratorians) living in a community founded by St Philip Neri
- any church belonging to this society
