Meaning of the word soliloquy in English

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soliloquy

US /səˈlɪl.ə.kwi/
UK /səˈlɪl.ə.kwi/
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Noun

1.

an act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers, especially by a character in a play

Example:
Hamlet's famous 'To be or not to be' is a classic example of a soliloquy.
The actor delivered a powerful soliloquy that captivated the audience.
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