Meaning
A raised platform in a church, sometimes enclosed, where the minister or preacher stands when giving the sermon; also, the lectern on such a platform.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English pulpit, from Old French pulpite and Latin pulpitum (“platform”). Doublet of pulpitum and polypus. Piecewise doublet of polypod.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles: