lecturen.[F. lecture, LL. lectura, fr. L. legere, lectum, to read. See Legend.]1. The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture.()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) A rehearsal of a lesson.()v. t.1. To read or deliver a lecture to.()2. To reprove formally and with authority.()v. i. To deliver a lecture or lectures.()