DAIS


Meaning of DAIS in English

[ 'deɪɪs , deɪs ]

■ noun a low platform for a lectern or throne.

Origin

ME (orig. denoting a raised table for distinguished guests): from OFr. deis , from L. discus 'disc or dish' (later 'table').

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