flat roof/balcony; work platform; operating environment; forum/condition
Meanings
4 senses · 9 examplesnoun
flat roof; balcony; terrace
neutralRefers to an open, flat roof or a balcony used for drying clothes or for leisure.
There is a large flat roof on top of her building where clothes can be hung to dry.
They drink tea and enjoy the view on the balcony.
noun
work platform; scaffolding
neutralIn construction or maintenance, a temporary or permanent raised flat surface for workers and equipment.
Workers stand on a lifting platform to paint the ceiling.
This mobile platform facilitates maintenance of equipment at heights.
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platform; operating environment
neutralIn computing, refers to the hardware architecture, operating system, or software framework on which applications run.
This software is compatible with both Windows and macOS platforms.
They are developing a cross-platform application.
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forum; stage; condition; enabling environment
neutralA metaphorical extension meaning a place, opportunity, or set of conditions that enables activities like communication, learning, or business.
The technology extension station provides farmers with a platform to learn scientific knowledge and obtain market information.
Social media is an important platform for artists to showcase their work.
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This conference has built a good platform for international cooperation.