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platform

noun, plat·form often attributive \ˈplat-ˌfrm\

: a flat surface that is raised higher than the floor or ground and that people stand on when performing or speaking

: a flat area next to railroad tracks where people wait for a train or subway

: a usually raised structure that has a flat surface where people or machines do work

Full Definition of PLATFORM

1
:  plan, design
2
:  a declaration of the principles on which a group of persons stands; especially :  a declaration of principles and policies adopted by a political party or a candidate
3
a (1) :  a usually raised horizontal flat surface; especially :  a raised flooring (2) :  a device or structure incorporating or providing a platform; especially :  such a structure on legs used for offshore drilling (as for oil)
b :  a place or opportunity for public discussion
4
a :  a usually thick layer (as of cork) between the inner sole and outer sole of a shoe
b :  a shoe having such a sole
5
a :  a vehicle (as a satellite or aircraft) used for a particular purpose or to carry a usually specified kind of equipment
b :  operating system; also :  the computer architecture and equipment using a particular operating system
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Origin of PLATFORM

Middle French plate-forme diagram, map, literally, flat form
First Known Use: 1535

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PLATFORM Defined for Kids

platform

noun plat·form \ˈplat-ˌfrm\

Definition of PLATFORM for Kids

1
:  a level usually raised surface <We hurried to the train platform.> <Visitors can observe wildlife from a platform.>
2
:  a raised floor or stage for performers or speakers
3
:  a statement of the beliefs and rules of conduct for which a group stands <The candidates discussed their party's platform.>
4
:  an arrangement of computer components that uses a particular operating system
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