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noun, plural -di·ums, -di·a 
[-dee-uh] .
[-dee-uh] . 1.
a small platform for the conductor of an orchestra, for a public speaker, etc.
2.
Architecture.
a.
a low wall forming a base for a construction, as a colonnade or dome.
b.
a stereobate for a classical temple, especially one with perpendicular sides.
c.
the masonry supporting a classical temple.
d.
a raised platform surrounding the arena of an ancient Roman amphitheater having on it the seats of privileged spectators.
3.
4.
a counter or booth, as one at an airport for handling tickets or dispensing information.
5.
EXPANDZoology, Anatomy. a foot.
6.
COLLAPSEBotany. a footstalk or stipe.
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is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
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Word Origin & History
podium
1743, "raised platform around an ancient arena," also "projecting base of a pedestal," from L. podium "raised platform," from Gk. podion "foot of a vase," dim. of pous (gen. podos) "foot" (see foot). Meaning "raised platform at the front of a hall or stage" is from 1947.
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