Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture. 2. (n.) A discourse on any subject; especially, a formal or methodical discourse, intended for instruction; sometimes, a familiar discourse, in contrast with a sermon. 3. (n.) A reprimand or formal reproof from one having authority. 4. (n.) A rehearsal of a lesson. 5. (v. t.) To read or deliver a lecture to. 6. (v. t.) To reprove formally and with authority. 7. (v. i.) To deliver a lecture or lectures.

Multi-Version Concordance Lecture (2 Occurrences) John 9:34 They answered him, "You were altogether born in sins, and do you teach us?" They threw him out. (See NIV) Acts 19:9 But some grew obstinate in unbelief and spoke evil of the new faith before all the congregation. So Paul left them, and, taking with him those who were disciples, held discussions daily in Tyrannus's lecture-hall. (WEY NIV)