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The definition of a lecturer is a person who gives speeches and presentations, often as part of his or her profession.

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An example of a lecturer is a junior level college professor who does not have tenure.

See lecturer in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a person who gives lectures, esp. by profession or in connection with teaching duties: sometimes used as an academic title for one who teaches at a college or university but does not have the rank or tenure of a regular faculty member

See lecturer in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

One who delivers lectures, especially professionally.
a. A member of the faculty of a college or university usually having qualified status without rank or tenure.
b. A faculty member ranking below an assistant professor.
c. The academic rank held by such a faculty member.
Chiefly British A university teacher, especially one ranking next below a reader.

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