sermonizing
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English
Definitions
verb
- To speak in the manner of a sermon; to preach; to propagate one's morality or opinions with speech.
- To preach a sermon to (somebody); to give (somebody) instruction or admonishment on the basis of one's morality or opinions.
- To say in the manner of a sermon or lecture.
- To inculcate rigid rules.
noun
- The giving of sermons.