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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lectorate

/ˈlɛktərɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does lectorate mean?

noun

A body of people who elect or appoint a lector; a group of people who have the right to elect a lector. A person who reads aloud in a church or other public place.

Example

"The lectorate of the cathedral was responsible for selecting the new lector."

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