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podia

/ˈpoʊdiə/ /ˈpoʊdiːə/

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noun

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

Examples :

"The speaker stood confidently on the podia so everyone in the large auditorium could see him. "

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noun

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

Examples :

"The teacher used a small podia to display the list of students who volunteered for the project. "

communication stage

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noun

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

Examples :

"After the race, the athletes who placed first, second, and third climbed onto the podia to receive their medals. "

sport achievement position stage event

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noun

A result amongst the best three at a competition.

Examples :

"Winning a medal felt great, but even a podia in the school race would have made me happy. "

sport achievement

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noun

A low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall.

Examples :

"The front of the house featured a podia built of stone, adding a touch of elegance to the garden. "

architecture building

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noun

A foot or footstalk.

Examples :

"The mushroom's podia was thick and sturdy, anchoring it firmly to the damp forest floor. "

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