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pedestal

Definition:

(nou) a support or foundation (nou) a position of great esteem (and supposed superiority) (nou) an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue)

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpedɪstəl

Examples:

The bimah was behind the pedestal.

The pedestal of the statue was renovated.

The actor would stand on the pedestal.

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