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(-tr; 135), n.[F. lecture, LL. lectura, fr. L. legere, lectum, to read. See Legend.] 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. Univ.) A rehearsal of a lesson. Lec"ture v. t.[imp. & p. p.Lectured (-trd); p. pr. & vb. n.Lecturing.] 1. To read or deliver a lecture to. 2. To reprove formally and with authority. Lec"ture v. i.To deliver a lecture or lectures. スポンサード リンク
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