platform

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈplætfɔːm/
/ˈplætfɔɹm/
Noun
13 definition(s)
1 Definition

A raised stage from which speeches are made and on which musical and other performances are made.

Synonyms
podium
2 Definition

A raised floor for any purpose, e.g. for workmen during construction, or formerly for military cannon.

3 Definition

A place or an opportunity to express one's opinion; a tribune.

Synonyms
podium
Example Sentences
  • This new talk show will give a platform to everyday men and women.
4 Definition

A kind of high shoe with an extra layer between the inner and outer soles.

5 Definition

Something that allows an enterprise to advance; a foundation or stage.

6 Definition

A set of components shared by several vehicle models.

7 Definition

A computer system used to deliver services to clients; a solution

8 Definition

A particular type of operating system or environment such as a database or other specific software, and/or a particular type of computer or microprocessor, used to describe a particular environment for running other software, or for defining a specific software or hardware environment for discussion purposes.

Example Sentences
  • That program runs on the X Window System platform.
9 Definition

A flat expanse of rock, often the result of wave erosion.

10 Definition

A light deck, usually placed in a section of the hold or over the floor of the magazine.

11 Definition

A political stance on a broad set of issues, which are called planks.

12 Definition

(travel) A raised structure from which passengers can enter or leave a train, metro etc.

13 Definition

A plan; a sketch; a model; a pattern.

Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To furnish with or shape into a platform

2 Definition

To place on, or as if on, a platform.

3 Definition

To form a plan of; to model; to lay out.

4 Definition

To include in a political platform

5 Definition

To publish or make visible; to provide a platform for (a topic etc.).

Antonyms
deplatform no-platform
6 Definition

To open (a film) in a small number of theaters before a broader release in order to generate enthusiasm.