Dais

/ˈdeɪɪs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

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.

A raised platform for speakers or honored guests.

The mayor stood on the dais to address the crowd.

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.