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bench

The correct spelling is bench.

How to pronounce bench

/bɛntʃ/
noun

IPA: /bɛntʃ/

Say it like: Ben-ch

The correct spelling is bench. A long seat with or without a back, found for example in parks and schools. For example: "They sat on a park bench and tossed bread crumbs to the ducks and pigeons."

Usage Examples

They sat on a park bench and tossed bread crumbs to the ducks and pigeons.

They are awaiting a decision on the motion from the bench.

She sat on the bench for 30 years before she retired.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A long seat with or without a back, found for example in parks and schools.
  2. 2.The people who decide on the verdict; the judiciary.
  3. 3.The place where the judges sit.
  4. 4.The dignity of holding an official seat.
  5. 5.The place where players (substitutes) and coaches sit when not playing.

verb

  1. 1.To remove a player from play.
  2. 2.To remove someone from a position of responsibility temporarily.
  3. 3.To push a person backward against a conspirator behind them who is on their hands and knees, causing them to fall over.
  4. 4.To furnish with benches.
  5. 5.To place on a bench or seat of honour.

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