First Known Use: 14th century
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lectern
noun lec·tern \ˈlek-tərn\
: a stand that holds a book, notes, etc., for someone who is reading, speaking, or teaching
Full Definition of LECTERN
: a stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker; especially : one from which scripture lessons are read in a church service
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Origin of LECTERN
Middle English lettorne, from Anglo-French leitrun, from Medieval Latin lectrinum, from Late Latin lectrum, from Latin legere to read — more at legend
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