Select the correct spelling of the word meaning 'a person who talks through his or her hat'.

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Question

Select the correct spelling of the word meaning 'a person who talks through his or her hat'.

  1. A. Perpilocutionist
  2. B. Perorationalist
  3. C. Perlocutionist (Correct answer)
  4. D. Prelocutionist

Correct Answer

Option C — Perlocutionist

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Perlocutionist.

Key Points

  • Perlocutionist = a person who talks through their hat (speaks without knowledge).
  • The correct spelling is 'Perlocutionist'.

Topics covered: Spelling