Meaning of the word tribune in English

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tribune

US /ˈtrɪb.juːn/
UK /ˈtrɪb.juːn/
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Noun

1.

an official in ancient Rome chosen by the plebeians to protect their interests

Example:
The tribune defended the rights of the common people.
Each year, new tribunes were elected to serve the plebeians.
2.

a raised platform or stand, especially one from which a speaker addresses an audience

Example:
The speaker addressed the crowd from the tribune.
The choir sang from the elevated tribune in the church.
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