bench

A2
Pronunciation
/bɛntʃ/
/bɛntʃ/
Noun
15 definition(s)
1 Definition

A long seat with or without a back, found for example in parks and schools.

Example Sentences
  • They sat on a park bench and tossed bread crumbs to the ducks and pigeons.
2 Definition

The people who decide on the verdict; the judiciary.

Example Sentences
  • They are awaiting a decision on the motion from the bench.
3 Definition

The place where the judges sit.

Example Sentences
  • She sat on the bench for 30 years before she retired.
4 Definition

The dignity of holding an official seat.

Example Sentences
  • the bench of bishops
5 Definition

The place where players (substitutes) and coaches sit when not playing.

Example Sentences
  • He spent the first three games on the bench, watching.
6 Definition

The number of players on a team able to participate, expressed in terms of length.

Example Sentences
  • Injuries have shortened the bench.
7 Definition

A place where assembly or hand work is performed; a workbench.

Example Sentences
  • She placed the workpiece on the bench, inspected it closely, and opened the cover.
8 Definition

A horizontal padded surface, usually adjustable in height and inclination and often with attached weight rack, used for proper posture during exercise.

9 Definition

A bracket used to mount land surveying equipment onto a stone or a wall.

Example Sentences
  • After removing the bench, we can use the mark left on the wall as a reference point.
10 Definition

A flat ledge in the slope of an earthwork, work of masonry, or similar.

11 Definition

A thin strip of relatively flat land bounded by steeper slopes above and below.

12 Definition

A kitchen surface on which to prepare food, a counter.

13 Definition

A bathroom surface which holds the washbasin, a vanity.

14 Definition

A collection or group of dogs exhibited to the public, traditionally on benches or raised platforms.

15 Definition

The weight one is able to bench press, especially the maximum weight capable of being pressed.

Example Sentences
  • He became frustrated when his bench increased by only 10 pounds despite a month of training.
Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To remove a player from play.

Synonyms
sideline
Example Sentences
  • They benched him for the rest of the game because they thought he was injured.
2 Definition

To remove someone from a position of responsibility temporarily.

3 Definition

To push a person backward against a conspirator behind them who is on their hands and knees, causing them to fall over.

4 Definition

To furnish with benches.

5 Definition

To place on a bench or seat of honour.

6 Definition

To lift by bench pressing

Example Sentences
  • I heard he can bench 150 pounds.
7 Definition

To recite the Birkat Hamazon.