pulpit

noun

1. 1

   A raised platform in a church, usually enclosed, where the minister or preacher stands when giving the sermon.

2. 2

   Activity performed from a church pulpit, in other words, preaching, sermons, religious teaching, the preaching profession, preachers collectively or an individual preaching position; by extension: bully pulpit.

3. 3

   A raised desk, lectern, or platform for an orator or public speaker.

4. 4

   The railing at the bow of a boat, which sometimes extends past the deck. It is sometimes referred to as bow pulpit. The railing at the stern of the boat is sometimes referred to as a stern pulpit; other texts use the term pushpit.

5. 5

   A bow platform for harpooning.

6. 6

   A plane's cockpit.