podia

Noun

podium (plural podia or podiums)

1. A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit; any low platform or dais.
2. (proscribed, sometimes) A stand used to hold notes when speaking publicly.

   Synonyms:

   lectern

3. (sports and other competitions) A steepled platform upon which the three competitors with the best results may stand when being handed their medals or prize.
4. A result amongst the best three at a competition.
   • Red Bull's Thai-British driver Alex Albon took a maiden podium in third.2020 September 13, Andrew Benson, “Tuscan Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton claims 90th win after incredible race”, in BBC Sport
5. The dwarf wall surrounding the arena of an amphitheatre, from the top of which the seats began.
6. The masonry under the stylobate of a temple, sometimes a mere foundation, sometimes containing chambers.

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