lectern

• Substantif désignant une table ou un support à surface inclinée sur lequel on place des textes ou des notes à hauteur convenable pour un lecteur ou un orateur.

A noun referring to a desk or stand with a slanted top, used to hold a text or notes at the proper height for a lecturer or speaker.

1. Podium or reading deskB2formal

   A stand with a slanted top, designed to hold a book, manuscript, or notes at a convenient height for a speaker or lecturer to read from.

   Lutrin

   • The professor placed his notes on the lectern before beginning the lecture.
   • During the ceremony, the speaker approached the wooden lectern and began to read.
   • The modern lectern included a built-in microphone and a light for reading.
   • She adjusted the height of the lectern so she could comfortably see her script.

   Synonymespodiumreading deskrostrumstand