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dais

/ˈdeɪ.əs/
noun
  1. A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy; a similar platform supporting a lectern, pulpit, etc., which may be used to speak from.

  2. A bench, a settle, a pew.

  3. An elevated table in a hall at which important people were seated; a high table.

Synonymspodium

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