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The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture.

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  1. n. The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture.
  2. n. A discourse on any subject; especially, a formal or methodical discourse, intended for instruction; sometimes, a familiar discourse, in contrast with a sermon.
  3. n. A reprimand or formal reproof from one having authority.
  4. n. A rehearsal of a lesson.
  5. v. t. To read or deliver a lecture to.
  6. v. t. To reprove formally and with authority.
  7. v. i. To deliver a lecture or lectures.
  8. n. a speech that is open to the public
  9. n. a lengthy rebuke
  10. n. class="def-link" href="https://vividlex.com/word/teaching">teaching by class="def-link" href="https://vividlex.com/word/giving">giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class)
  11. v. deliver a lecture or talk
  12. v. censure severely or angrily