Dais

/ˈdeɪɪs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A raised platform for speakers or honored guests.

The mayor stood on the dais to address the crowd.

A platform in a hall or prominent place for displaying a person or group.

The awards ceremony featured a beautiful dais adorned with flowers.

An elevated platform used in various events, such as religious ceremonies or official gatherings.

The bride and groom took their vows on a beautifully decorated dais.

Middle English, from Old French 'dais' meaning 'cushion, daised platform'

speak from the dais

To speak or address an audience from a raised platform.

platform

A raised level surface on which people or things can stand.

lectern

A stand used to hold a book or script while a person is reading or delivering a speech.

throne

A ceremonial chair for a sovereign, bishop, etc.