A spoken lesson or exposition, usually delivered to a group.
a class that primarily consists of a (weekly or other regularly held) lecture (as in sense 1)
A berating or scolding.
To preach, to berate, to scold.
To teach (somebody) by giving a speech on a given topic.
A lengthy speech or argument in a private setting.
A specific form of short, solemn prayer said by the president of the liturgical celebration on behalf of the people.
A formal, often ceremonial speech.
To deliver an oration; to speak.