rostrum

Definition of rostrum

Nouns

a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it
Synonyms:
ambo, dais, podium, pulpit, soapbox, stump
Type of:
platform
a raised horizontal surface
beaklike projection of the anterior part of the head of certain insects such as e.g. weevils
Synonyms:
snout
Type of:
nose, olfactory organ
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals

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