Meaning of the word "oral examination" in English

What does "oral examination" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

oral examination

US /ˈɔːrəl ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/
UK /ˈɔːrəl ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/

Noun

an examination conducted by spoken rather than written means

Example:
The final stage of the interview was an oral examination.
Students must pass an oral examination to graduate.