Lecture :: Lecture (n.) The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture..
Lecture :: Lecture (n.) A discourse on any subject; especially, a formal or methodical discourse, intended for instruction; sometimes, a familiar discourse, in contrast with a sermon..
Lecture :: Lecture (n.) A reprimand or formal reproof from one having authority.
Lecturn :: Lecturn (n.) A choir desk, or reading desk, in some churches, from which the lections, or Scripture lessons, are chanted or read; hence, a reading desk. [Written also lectern and lettern.].