Platform Definition & Meaning

platform
noun
  1. a raised horizontal surface; "the speaker mounted the platform"
  2. a document stating the aims and principles of a political party; "their candidate simply ignored the party platform"; "they won the election even though they offered no positive program"
  3. the combination of a particular computer and a particular operating system
  4. any military structure or vehicle bearing weapons
  5. a woman's shoe with a very high thick sole

"Platform" in song lyrics

See how platform is used in real songs:

  • "Standing up on that platform"
    Anybody Killa — Trees and Woods
  • "I play chess on a gravitational platform"
    Atoms Family — Outer Regions
  • "These amateurs destroy the whole rap platform"
    Celph Titled & Buckwild — Wack Juice

Usage tips for "platform"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "platform" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for platform to find words that pair well.

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