A lengthy lecture on a subject; a treatise; a discourse; a sermon.
A formal exposition of a subject, especially a research paper that students write in order to complete the requirements for a doctoral degree in the US and a non-doctoral degree in the UK; a thesis.
A brief treatise or discourse on a subject.
Part of the proper of the liturgical celebration of the Eucharist for many Christian denominations, used instead of the alleluia during Lenten or pre-Lenten seasons, in a Requiem Mass, and on a few other penitential occasions.
A series of connected body organs, such as the digestive tract.
A commentator's view or perspective on a subject.
Continued or protracted duration, length, extent
An area or expanse.
A small booklet such as a pamphlet, often for promotional or informational uses.