Definition of: platform

(plat′fôrm) noun
1. Any floor or flat surface raised above the adjacent level, as a stage for public speaking, a raised walk upon which passengers alight from railroad cars.
2. A projecting stage at the end of a car or similar vehicle.
3. A formal scheme of principles put forth by a religious, political, or other body; also, the document stating the principles of a political party.
4. The business of public speaking. [<MF plateforme <plate flat + forme form]