lectern

lec·tern

noun \ˈlek-tərn\

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

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

First Known Use: 14th century

Other Christian Religious Terms

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