Definition: The faculty of uttering articulate sounds or words; the ability to speak or to use vocalizations to communicate.

Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look, At this word “speeches,” and what it really took! The dictionary gives us a helpful clue, About speaking clearly, honest and true. It says "uttering articulate sounds," you see, Words that form with meaning, for you and me! Think of a poem, a song, or a tale, All told through voices, without fail. "Vocalizations" – the noises we make, To share our thoughts, for goodness sake! And “to communicate,” that’s the final key, Sharing ideas for all to agree. So "speeches," my dears, is more than just sound, It's about speaking well, profound and round! Does anyone have a quick example they can share? Let’s hear you speak with care!