special lecture — a lecture given by an expert or distinguished speaker on a particular topic, usually outside the regular curriculum
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a lecture given by an expert or distinguished speaker on a particular topic, usually outside the regular curriculum
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈspeʃəl ˈlektʃər/
Example Sentences
- The special lecture was so popular that students camped outside to get tickets.
- She prepared for months to give her first special lecture at the conference.
- The CEO's special lecture turned into a comedy show when his presentation crashed.
special lecture
NOUN[/ˈspeʃəl ˈlektʃər/]
a lecture given by an expert or distinguished speaker on a particular topic, usually outside the regular curriculum
a lecture given by an expert or distinguished speaker on a particular topic, usually outside the regular curriculum
This special lecture reveals how every tiny feature unlocks the secrets of nature!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Special derives from Latin specialis (particular, distinctive), related to species (appearance, kind). Lecture comes from Latin legere (to read), as medieval university instruction involved professors reading aloud from authoritative texts to students.
Breakdown
special: Latin specialis (distinctive, from species, kind) + lecture: Latin legere (to read) + -ure (noun suffix). Compound: distinctive + reading/oral instruction.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The special lecture was so popular that students camped outside to get tickets.”
“She prepared for months to give her first special lecture at the conference.”
“The CEO's special lecture turned into a comedy show when his presentation crashed.”
“Students can earn extra credits by attending special lectures throughout the semester.”
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