A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit; any low platform or dais.
A result amongst the best three at a competition.
The dwarf wall surrounding the arena of an amphitheatre, from the top of which the seats began.
A foot or footstalk.
The masonry under the stylobate of a temple, sometimes a mere foundation, sometimes containing chambers.
A steepled platform upon which the three competitors with the best results may stand when being handed their medals or prize.
A stand used to hold notes when speaking publicly.
To finish in the top three at an event or competition.
A raised platform in a church, usually enclosed, where the minister or preacher stands when giving the sermon.
The railing at the bow of a boat, which sometimes extends past the deck. It is sometimes referred to as bow pulpit. The railing at the stern of the boat is sometimes referred to as a stern pulpit; other texts use the term pushpit.
A raised desk, lectern, or platform for an orator or public speaker.
A bow platform for harpooning.
Activity performed from a church pulpit, in other words, preaching, sermons, religious teaching, the preaching profession, preachers collectively or an individual preaching position; by extension: bully pulpit.