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Rostrum Definition & Meaning

rostrum
noun
  1. a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it
  2. beaklike projection of the anterior part of the head of certain insects such as e.g. weevils

"Rostrum" in song lyrics

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  • "like I was Susan Faludi over the Grace Rainey Rogers Room rostrum"
    MC Paul Barman — I'm Frickin' Awesome

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Frequently asked questions

What does rostrum mean?
a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it beaklike projection of the anterior part of the head of certain insects such as e.g. weevils
What part of speech is rostrum?
Rostrum is a noun.
How many definitions does rostrum have?
Rostrum has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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