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rostrum

noun

ˈrä-strəm

Definition of rostrum

as in podium

a level usually raised surface stood on a rostrum to address the huge crowd

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Recent Examples of rostrum Trump's speech to a joint session of Congress last year set the record for the longest speech of its kind from the House rostrum, meaning some watchers may want to add an entertainment element to their viewing experience. — James Powel, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026 The rostrum is covered in what is called Ampullae of Lorenzini, which are specialized sensory organs filled with gel that conduct electricity and allow the goblin sharks to search for squid, fish and crustaceans in the dark. — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 12 June 2026 Her interest began when a green sawfish rostrum was donated to the university’s National Marine Science Centre. — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 19 Mar. 2026 Walking onto the rostrum to deliver his eighth and final State of the State address, Governor Ron DeSantis patted Senate President Ben Albritton on the back and shook his hand. — Jim Defede, CBS News, 18 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rostrum

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At one point during his speech, Russert left the podium to pour a glass of water.

— Jay Stahl, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Jorgenson owns a pair of podium finishes at the Tour de France, scoring a second place in 2024 and a third in 2023.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 30 June 2026

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