Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pulpit

noun
/ˈpʌlpɪt/
Definition
A raised platform in a church or chapel from which the preacher delivers a sermon.
Examples
  • The pastor stood at the pulpit to address the gathered congregation.
  • She spoke with passion from the pulpit, captivating everyone’s attention.
Meaning
A pulpit serves as a designated space for preaching and delivering religious messages to the congregation.
Synonyms
  • lectern
  • platform
  • ambo