Podium

Part of speech: noun (n.)

1. A low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall. It is especially employed by archæologists in two senses:

2. The dwarf wall surrounding the arena of an amphitheater, from the top of which the seats began.

3. The masonry under the stylobate of a temple, sometimes a mere foundation, sometimes containing chambers. See Illust. of Column.

4. The foot.