lecture
Translation
lecture, talk, discourse
Examples
I have a history lecture at 10 AM.
I have a history lecture at 10 a.m.
The professor gave an interesting lecture.
The professor gave an interesting lecture.
Grammar Patterns
((a lecture)) ((on sth.)) a formal talk on a subject given to a group of people The professor gave a lecture on physics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: talk, speech, address, discourse
Etymology
From Latin 'lectura' meaning 'a reading', as early lectures involved reading from a text.
Memory Tips
Picture a lecturer in front of a large hall, giving a talk to students.