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lecternOne entry found. Main Entry: lec·tern Pronunciation: \ˈlek-tərn\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English lettorne, from Anglo-French leitrun, from Medieval Latin lectrinum, from Late Latin lectrum, from Latin legere to read — more at legend Date: 14th century : 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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