pew

[pjuː]

pew Definition

a long bench with a back, placed in rows in the main part of some churches to seat the congregation.

Using pew: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pew" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The church was full, and we had to sit in the back pew.

  • Example

    The pews were made of oak and had intricate carvings.

  • Example

    She knelt down on the pew to pray.

pew Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pew

Phrases with pew

  • the last row of seats in a church

    Example

    We arrived late and had to sit in the back pew.

  • the first row of seats in a church

    Example

    The family sat in the front pew during the funeral service.

  • half-empty pew

    a row of seats in a church that is not fully occupied

    Example

    The church was not very crowded, and there were many half-empty pews.

Origins of pew

from Old French 'puie', meaning 'balcony'

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Summary: pew in Brief

'Pew' [pjuː] is a noun that refers to a long bench with a back, typically found in churches for seating the congregation. It can be made of various materials and often has intricate carvings. Examples include 'The church was full, and we had to sit in the back pew.' and 'She knelt down on the pew to pray.' Phrases like 'back pew' and 'front pew' refer to specific rows of seats.