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Meaning of prolocution | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. An introductory speech.
  2. Speaking on behalf of others.

Examples

““Sir,” said I, “if I tell you my story, I must commit a friend’s life to your discretion. Pass me your word it shall be sacred; and for what touches myself, I will ask no better guarantee than just your face.” He passed me his word very seriously. “But,” said he, “these are rather alarming prolocutions; and if there are in your story any little jostles to the law, I would beg you to bear in mind that I am a lawyer, and pass lightly.””

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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