Definitions
1.verbTo speak in the manner of a sermon; to preach; to propagate one's morality or opinions with speech.
2.verbTo preach a sermon to (somebody); to give (somebody) instruction or admonishment on the basis of one's morality or opinions.
3.verbTo say in the manner of a sermon or lecture.
4.verbTo inculcate rigid rules.
5.nounThe giving of sermons.