transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈpō-dē-əm ]
noun
( plural podiums or po·dia -dē-ə)
Etymology: Latin — more at pew
Date: 1743
1. : a low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: as
a. : one around the arena of an ancient amphitheater serving as a base for the tiers of seats
b. : the masonry under the stylobate of a temple
2.
a. : a dais especially for an orchestral conductor
b. : lectern