LECTERN Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the word lectern. (close relations)
lecterns
Best Alternative Words for LECTERN
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podium | nounn | |||||||
noun • a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it | ||||||||
reading desk | nounn | |||||||
noun • desk or stand with a slanted top used to hold a text at the proper height for a lecturer | ||||||||
ambo | nounn | |||||||
noun • a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it | ||||||||
dais | nounn | |||||||
noun • a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it | ||||||||
desk | nounn | |||||||
noun • a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments | ||||||||
platform | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a raised horizontal surface • a document stating the aims and principles of a political party • the combination of a particular computer and a particular operating system • any military structure or vehicle bearing weapons • a woman's shoe with a very high thick sole • a long, flat raised structure of a railway station, where people get on and off of trains | ||||||||
pulpit | nounn | |||||||
noun • a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it | ||||||||
rostrum | nounn | |||||||
noun • a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it • beaklike projection of the anterior part of the head of certain insects such as e.g. weevils | ||||||||
stand | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a support or foundation • the position where a thing or person stands • a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area • a small table for holding articles of various kinds • a support for displaying ot holding various articles • an interruption of normal activity • a mental position from which things are viewed • a booth where articles are displayed for sale • a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance • tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade) • a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air • a defensive effort verb • be standing; be upright • be in some specified state or condition • occupy a place or location, also metaphorically • hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright • put up with something or somebody unpleasant • have or maintain a position or stand on an issue • remain inactive or immobile • be in effect; be or remain in force • be tall; have a height of; copula • put into an upright position • withstand the force of something • be available for stud services |