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Language

Of of pertaining to any method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way, whether united in a system specific to a country or region.

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commemorative speech

Language; Public speaking

A speech that pays tribute to a person, a group of people, an institution, or an idea.

speech of presentation

Language; Public speaking

A speech that presents someone a gift, an award, or some other form of public recognition.

multimedia presentation

Language; Public speaking

A speech that uses computer software to combine several kinds of visual and/or audio aids in the same talk.

lectern

Language; Public speaking

A stand with a sloping top from which a speaker delivers his or her program. Sometimes incorrectly called a podium.

verifier

Language; Public speaking

A statement by an interviewer confirming the meaning of what has just been said by the person being interviewed.

internal preview

Language; Public speaking

A statement in the body of the speech that lets the audience know what the speaker is going to discuss next.

contrast

Language; Public speaking

A statement of the differences among two or more people, events, ideas, etc.