Explanation and meaning of oral.

oral

/'oʊrəl/

adjective
using speech rather than writing
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"an oral tradition" "an oral agreement"

Similar:

unwritten spoken
adjective
of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located
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"the oral cavity" "the oral mucous membrane" "the oral surface of a starfish"

Similar:

buccal

Opposite:

aboral
noun
an examination conducted by spoken communication
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Similar:

oral exam oral examination viva viva voce

type of:
exam examination test
adjective
a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated in the mouth; fixation at this stage is said to result in dependence, selfishness, and aggression
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Opposite:

anal
of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth
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"oral hygiene" "an oral thermometer" "an oral vaccine"

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