noun · verb · 10 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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UK:/ˈpəʊ.di.əm/
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Canada, US:/ˈpoʊ.di.əm/
UK:/ˈpəʉ.di.əm/
rhymes with -əʊdiəm
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Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
1
noun
Meaning 1
A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit; any low platform or dais.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 2
A stand used to hold notes when speaking publicly.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: proscribed, sometimes
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3
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Meaning 3
A steepled platform upon which the three competitors with the best results may stand when being handed their medals or prize.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: sports and other competitions
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4
noun
Meaning 4
A result amongst the best three at a competition.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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Meaning 5
A low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall.
The dwarf wall surrounding the arena of an amphitheatre, from the top of which the seats began.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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6
noun
Meaning 6
A low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall.
The masonry under the stylobate of a temple, sometimes a mere foundation, sometimes containing chambers.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning 7
The lower portion of a high-rise building, typically of several storeys tall and acts as a foundation to the tower(s) above it.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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8
noun
Meaning 8
A foot or footstalk.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
