platform

dandali

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˈplætfɔːm/
• (US) IPA: /ˈplætfɔrm/

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• Hyphenation: plat‧form

Noun

Singular platform

Plural platforms

1. (countable) A platform is a raised stage where speeches, concerts and other performances are made.
   • Synonyms: stage and podium

   The principal of the school stood on the platform to give a speech to parents about the school's upcoming changes.

2. (countable) A platform is a raised structure from which passengers can enter or leave a train, metro etc.

   The passengers waited for the train on the platform.