podium

noun

Meaning

A small platform or stand that a person stands on to be seen by an audience or to hold notes while giving a speech.

Examples

She gripped the edges of the podium as she began her keynote address.
The winner of the competition proudly stood on the highest podium to receive her gold medal.

Synonyms: stand, platform, lectern, dais

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podium

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpoʊdiəm/

Definition

A small platform or stand that a person stands on to be seen by an audience or to hold notes while giving a speech.

Examples

She gripped the edges of the podium as she began her keynote address.
The winner of the competition proudly stood on the highest podium to receive her gold medal.
He placed his heavy stack of index cards on the podium before starting his presentation.

Synonyms of podium

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