What is the meaning of the word "allocution"?

Definitions:

  1. a formal speech giving advice or a warning. copy to clipboard noun
    • The daily allocutions of the Pope (Pontificate). copy to clipboard
  2. Is a formal statement made to the court by the defendant who has been found guilty prior to being sentenced. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Her attorney elected for her to read an allocution. copy to clipboard

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