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lectern

UK
/ˈlɛk.tən/
US
/ˈlɛk.tɚn/

Translations

lecternnoun
lecterns
pl
UK
/ˈlɛk.tən/
US
/ˈlɛk.tɚn/
pupitreSupport incliné pour lire ou poser des notes, notamment dans un cadre académique ou public.
The professor placed his notes on the lectern before beginning his lecture.
Le professeur a posé ses notes sur le pupitre avant de commencer son cours.
Additional translations
lutrinSurtout dans le contexte religieux ou liturgique.
Synonyms
podium
lectrice
platform
stand
pulpit

Definitions

lecternnoun
A tall stand with a sloping top used to hold a book, notes, or script in a position that allows a person to read while standing.
The professor placed his notes on the lectern before beginning his lecture.
A stand used in a church from which the Bible is read during services.
The priest approached the lectern to read the scripture to the congregation.
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