1. The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture. [Obs.]
2. A discourse on any subject; especially, a formal or methodical discourse, intended for instruction; sometimes, a familiar discourse, in contrast with a sermon.
3. A reprimand or formal reproof from one having authority.
4. (Eng. Universities)
Defn: A rehearsal of a lesson.
LECTURE
Lec"ture, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Lectured; p. pr. & vb. n. Lecturing.]
1. To read or deliver a lecture to.
2. To reprove formally and with authority.
LECTURE
Lec"ture, v. i.
Defn: To deliver a lecture or lectures.