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The correct spelling is podium.

How to pronounce podium

noun

IPA: /ˈpəʊ.dɪi.ʌm/

Say it like: Pod-ium

The correct spelling is podium. A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit. For example: "The swimmer podiumed three times at the Olympics."

Usage Examples

The swimmer podiumed three times at the Olympics.

Meanings

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

verb

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

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