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Podium

/ˈpəʊ.dɪi.ʌm/

A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit.

📖 Definitions of "Podium"

noun
  1. 1

    A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit.

  2. 2

    (sometimes proscribed) A stand used to hold notes when speaking publicly.

  3. 3

    A steepled platform upon which the three competitors with the best results may stand when being handed their medals or prize.

  4. 4

    A result amongst the best three at a competition.

verb
  1. 1

    To finish in the top three at an event or competition.

    "The swimmer podiumed three times at the Olympics."

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