Meaning & use
rostrum
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A raised platform on which a person stands to give a speech or conduct an orchestra.
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The conductor stepped onto the rostrum and raised her baton.
The winning athlete stood proudly on the rostrum to receive her medal.
A note on using this word
Often confused with 'podium'; both are used for raised speaking platforms, though 'rostrum' has a slightly more formal, historical tone.
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