(1):

(n.) The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture.

(2):

(v. i.) To deliver a lecture or lectures.

(3):

(v. t.) To reprove formally and with authority.

(4):

(v. t.) To read or deliver a lecture to.

(5):

(n.) A discourse on any subject; especially, a formal or methodical discourse, intended for instruction; sometimes, a familiar discourse, in contrast with a sermon.

(6):

(n.) A reprimand or formal reproof from one having authority.

(7):

(n.) A rehearsal of a lesson.