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platforms

Meanings
  • Noun

    A flat surface or level area, often artificial, on which something can be placed or performed. For example, a stage, a computer operating system, or a social media site.

    - "The speaker stepped onto the platform to deliver his speech."
    - "Microsoft Windows is a popular computer platform."
    - "Facebook and Twitter are social media platforms."
  • Noun

    A set of structures or technologies that enable the delivery and accessibility of a product, service, or content. For example, a distribution network, a retail chain, or an e-commerce website.

    - "Amazon is a leading e-commerce platform."
    - "Starbucks is a global coffee platform with thousands of stores."
    - "Apple's App Store is a popular mobile platform for apps."
Antonyms

deplatform , no-platform
Synonyms

dais , podium , podium
Rhymes
Words rhyming with platforms
platform , altar , anemone , balcony , campanile , canopy , capstan , caravan , casbah , celadon , crenellation , dais , dome , embalment , galvanize , halberd , halo , isosceles , jamboree , javelin , lantern , lighthouse , loom , magnify , mantlepiece , marble , masthead , mortarboard , nebulizer , obelisk , pedestal , pinnacle , plinth , porch , pavilion , pulpit , quasar , ramble , scaffold , scaffolded , sedan chair , shrine , skyline , sofa , spindle , stoop , stylobate , tankard , terrace , throne , tripod , veranda
Variants
List of all variants of platforms that leads to same result
platform , platforms
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'platform' comes from the Old French word 'plateforme', which means 'flat surface'. It was first used in English in the late 15th century.

Trivia
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  1. The Eiffel Tower in Paris was originally built as a temporary platform for the 1889 World's Fair.

  2. The term 'platform shoes' refers to shoes with thick soles that elevate the wearer's height.

  3. The first computer platform was the IBM System/360, which was introduced in 1964 and allowed users to run multiple applications on a single machine.

  4. The term 'platform economy' refers to an economic system where value is created and exchanged through digital platforms, such as Uber, Airbnb, and Amazon.

  5. The tallest platform in the world is the Great Wall of China, which is over 13,000 miles long.

Related Concepts
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  1. Infrastructure: Platforms often require significant infrastructure to operate effectively, including hardware, software, networks, and data centers.

  2. User Experience: The design and functionality of platforms play a crucial role in shaping the user experience and driving engagement and adoption.

  3. Business Model: Platforms often rely on specific business models to generate revenue, such as advertising, subscription fees, or transaction fees.

Culture
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Platforms have been used in various cultural contexts throughout history. For example, ancient Greek and Roman theaters had platforms for actors and orators to perform. In literature, the term 'platform' is often used metaphorically to refer to a speaker's or writer's ability to reach and engage an audience. In modern times, platforms have become an essential part of our daily lives, from social media and e-commerce to education and entertainment.

How to Memorize "platforms"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a flat, level surface or structure that can support something. Imagine standing on a stage or using a computer operating system.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'platform' with 'support' or 'foundation'. Think of a platform as a base or foundation that enables something else to function or exist.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Please Help Somebody Understand Platforms' (PHSUP) to remember the definition: 'Please' stands for 'Perform or Place', 'Help' stands for 'Hold or Support', 'Somebody' stands for 'Someone or Something', 'Understand' stands for 'Underlie or Foundation', and 'Platforms' stands for 'Perform or Place on a Foundation'.

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