platform

noun
UK: /ˈplætfɔːm/
US: /ˈplætfɔːrm/

  1. A raised level surface for people to stand on.

    1. The band played on the platform at the station.
    2. The speaker used the platform to address the crowd effectively.

  2. The type of computer system or smartphone you are using, usually in relation to the type of software you can use.

    1. This app is available on the Android platform.
    2. Developers must consider multiple platforms for wider software reach.

  3. A place where you can meet other people who share interests, especially on the internet.

    1. Social media is a great platform to connect.
    2. The forum served as a platform for discussing community issues openly.

  4. The stated principles and aims of a political party or candidate.

    1. Her platform focused on education reform.
    2. The party's platform included tax cuts and environmental protection policies.

Synonyms

stage system foundation podium software forum base
platform verb

  1. To provide a platform or opportunity for someone to express their views or promote their work.

    1. The event will platform local artists.
    2. The organization aims to platform emerging filmmakers and their stories.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "platform" in English means: A raised level surface for people to stand on., The type of computer system or smartphone you are using, usually in relation to the type of software you can use., A place where you can meet other people who share interests, especially on the internet., The stated principles and aims of a political party or candidate..

The phonetic transcription of "platform" is /ˈplætfɔːm/ in British English and /ˈplætfɔːrm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "platform": stage, system, foundation, podium, software, forum, base.

Example usage of "platform": "The band played on the platform at the station.". More examples on the page.