Akademik

1. noun /ˈpəʊ.dɪi.ʌm/

a) A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit.

b) A stand used to hold notes when speaking publicly.

Syn: lectern

2. verb /ˈpəʊ.dɪi.ʌm/

To finish in the top three at an event or competition.