the free dictionary disagrees with you. https://www.thefreedictionary.com/podium po·di·ums or po·di·a (-dē-ə) 1. An elevated platform, as for an orchestra conductor or public speaker. 2. A stand for holding the notes of a public speaker; a lectern. 3. Architecture a. A low wall serving as a foundation. b. A wall circling the arena of an ancient amphitheater. 4. Biology A structure resembling or functioning as a foot. intr.v. po·di·umed, po·di·um·ing, po·di·ums Sports To complete a competition, especially a race, as one of the top three contestants, usually being honored while standing on a podium.