👉 The term "peroration" in American English refers to a brief, spoken statement or speech that is made by someone who has just finished speaking. It is often used to acknowledge the end of an argument or debate and to allow the speaker to summarize their thoughts before moving on to other topics. Perorations are typically found at the end of a speech or other written work and serve as a way for the writer to conclude their thoughts and leave room for further discussion or questions.