podium

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit; any low platform or dais.
2. 2
   A stand used to hold notes when speaking publicly.
3. 3
   A steepled platform upon which the three competitors with the best results may stand when being handed their medals or prize.
4. 4
   A result amongst the best three at a competition.
5. 5
   A low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall: The dwarf wall surrounding the arena of an amphitheatre, from the top of which the seats began.
6. 6
   A low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall: The masonry under the stylobate of a temple, sometimes a mere foundation, sometimes containing chambers.
7. 7
   The lower portion of a high-rise building, typically of several storeys tall and acts as a foundation to the tower(s) above it.
8. 8
   A foot or footstalk.

Verb

1. 1
   To finish in the top three at an event or competition.