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Definition

noun. a community's cultural and historical practices passed down by word of mouth or example from one generation to another without written instruction.

Example Sentence

The oral tradition was passed down to her from her grandmother.

Synonyms

verbal customs; verbal story; spoken story

Antonyms

written customs

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

oral tradition
Hear It! Say It! Write It!
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