moon-viewing platform; terrace; station platform
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moon-viewing platform (archaic); terrace built for admiring the moon
archaicRefers to traditional structures in classical Chinese gardens or palaces designed specifically for viewing the moon, often featuring ornate railings and situated to maximize moonlight exposure.
This classical garden preserves an exquisite moon-viewing platform for visitors to admire the moon.
Ancient people often held banquets on moon-viewing platforms, drinking wine and composing poetry.
noun
raised platform projecting from the front of a main hall (with steps on three sides)
technicalA specialized architectural term describing the elevated stone or brick platform extending from traditional Chinese palace or temple main halls, typically surrounded by balustrades and accessible by stairs on three sides while the fourth side connects to the building.
Bronze incense burners are placed on the raised platform in front of the palace's main hall.
The stone steps on three sides of the platform symbolize the majesty of imperial power.
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The platform of this temple is well-preserved with exquisite carvings.
noun
(train or subway) platform; station platform
The most common modern usage, equivalent to 站台 but carrying a slightly more traditional or literary flavor; used in both mainland China (synonymous with 站台) and Taiwan (preferred term).
The train is about to enter the station; please wait on the platform.
The platform is crowded with people seeing off relatives and friends.
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Please stand inside the yellow line on the platform and pay attention to safety.
This elevated station has two side platforms.