Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

oral history

noun

ˈɔːrəl ˈhɪstəri

Definition

A method of gathering and preserving historical information through recorded interviews with people who have personal knowledge of past events.

Examples

The community project aimed to compile oral histories of local veterans.
Oral history can provide unique insights into historical events that are not found in written records.
Her research focused on the oral histories of immigrants who settled in the area.

Meaning

Oral history involves the collection and narration of stories and experiences from individuals, often passed down through generations, to document historical happenings.