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orals
adjective(o-ral)
using speech rather than writing
Synonyms: unwritten,
Examples:
An oral tradition.
An oral agreement.
orals
adjective(o-ral)
of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located
Synonyms: buccal,
Antonyms: aboral,
Examples:
The oral cavity.
The oral mucous membrane.
The oral surface of a starfish.
orals
noun(o-ral)
an examination conducted by spoken communication
Synonyms: oral exam, oral examination, viva, viva voce,
orals
adjective(o-ral)
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
Antonyms: anal,
orals
(o-ral)
of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth
Examples:
Oral hygiene.
An oral thermometer.
An oral vaccine.

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