speech-oriented
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/spiːtʃ ˈɔːr.i.ɛn.tɪd/
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/spiːtʃ ˈɒr.i.ɛn.tɪd/
focused on speech
Etymology
Etymology Information
'speech-oriented' originates from the combination of 'speech' and the suffix '-oriented', where 'speech' refers to verbal communication and '-oriented' means focused or directed towards.
Historical Evolution
'Speech' comes from Old English 'sprǣc', and '-oriented' is derived from Latin 'orientare', meaning 'to arrange or direct'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'focused on speech', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
focused on or related to speech or verbal communication.
The speech-oriented curriculum helps students improve their public speaking skills.
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Last updated: 2025/02/09 11:32