Lecturing

verb

Word Frequency: 1.2

Definitions

1.verbTo teach (somebody) by giving a speech on a given topic.

"The professor lectured to two classes this morning."

2.verbTo preach, to berate, to scold.

"Emily's father lectured her about the importance of being home before midnight."

3.nounThe act of delivering a lecture or harangue.

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