A plat; a plan; a sketch; a model; a pattern. Used also
figuratively.

A place laid out after a model.

Any flat or horizontal surface; especially, one that is
raised above some particular level, as a framework of timber or boards
horizontally joined so as to form a roof, or a raised floor, or portion
of a floor; a landing; a dais; a stage, for speakers, performers, or
workmen; a standing place.

A declaration of the principles upon which a person, a
sect, or a party proposes to stand; a declared policy or system; as,
the Saybrook platform; a political platform.

A light deck, usually placed in a section of the hold or
over the floor of the magazine. See Orlop.

To place on a platform.

To form a plan of; to model; to lay out.