Oral Roberts
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A specific person: Oral Roberts refers to an American evangelist, born in 1918, who was a prominent figure in charismatic Christianity and religious broadcasting. He was also the founder of Oral Roberts University.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Oral Roberts founded a university that bears his name.
- Many people watched the television programs of evangelist Oral Roberts.
Advanced Usage
- The name is used metonymically to refer to the institutions he founded.
- She received her degree from Oral Roberts. (Here, "Oral Roberts" is understood to mean Oral Roberts University).
Variants and Related Words
- Oral Roberts University (ORU): The private Christian university founded by Oral Roberts in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
- Roberts, Oral: The full name, often used in formal or biographical contexts.
Synonyms
- Evangelist: A preacher of the Christian gospel, especially one who travels to hold revival meetings.
- Televangelist: An evangelist who conducts regularly televised religious programs.
Related Phrases
- While not phrasal verbs, common collocations include:
- Oral Roberts ministry: Referring to his religious work and organization.
- Oral Roberts crusade: Referring to his large evangelistic meetings.
Noun
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United States evangelist (born 1918)
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