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dais

The correct spelling is dais.

How to pronounce dais

/ˈdeɪ.əs/
noun

IPA: /ˈdeɪ.əs/

Say it like: Day-s

The correct spelling is dais. A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy; a similar platform supporting a lectern, pulpit, etc., which may be used…

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy; a similar platform supporting a lectern, pulpit, etc., which may be used to speak from.
  2. 2.A bench, a settle, a pew.
  3. 3.An elevated table in a hall at which important people were seated; a high table.
  4. 4.The canopy over an altar, etc.

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