soapbox
Translation
soapbox
Examples
He got on his soapbox to talk about politics.
He got on his soapbox to talk about politics.
Grammar Patterns
((get on one's soapbox)) to express strong opinions publicly He loves to get on his soapbox about taxes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: platform, podium, rostrum
Etymology
A compound of 'soap' and 'box'. It refers to the historical practice of speakers standing on an overturned wooden crate to address a crowd.
Memory Tips
Imagine a politician passionately speaking while standing on a literal box of soap.