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Platform Shoe

A platform shoe is a type of footwear that has a thick sole, typically made of wood, rubber, or cork, which significantly raises the heel and sometimes the toe. This design creates a platform beneath the foot, giving the wearer additional height.

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Noun (Fashion)

A type of shoe that features a thick sole, often made of wood or rubber, designed to raise the heel and provide extra height to the wearer.

She wore a pair of platform shoes to the party, making her appear much taller than she actually was.

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Noun (Architecture)

A raised level area in a building or structure, often made of wood or concrete, used for various purposes such as performances, displays, or speeches.

The speaker stood on the platform shoe to address the crowd.

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Noun (Technology)

A hardware or software base upon which other applications or technologies are built or integrated.

The new social media platform shoe allows users to connect with friends and share content.

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Noun (Transportation)

A raised structure, typically constructed of wood or concrete, alongside railway tracks to facilitate the embarking and disembarking of passengers.

She waved goodbye to her family from the platform shoe as the train slowly departed.