bench

[bɛnʧ]

bench Definition

• 1. a long seat for two or more people, typically made of wood or stone
• 2. a flat surface for working on, especially in a workshop
• 3. a judge or magistrate in a court of law

Using bench: Examples

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

• Example

  The park bench was occupied by an old man.

• Example

  She sat on the bench waiting for her friend.

• Example

  The carpenter worked on the bench all day.

• Example

  The case was brought before the bench for a ruling.

bench Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bench

• seat
• pew
• sofa
• settee
• ottoman

Phrases with bench

• on the bench

  not actively participating in a game or activity, usually referring to sports

  Example

  He's been on the bench for most of the season.

• take a bench

  to sit down on a bench

  Example

  Let's take a bench and enjoy the view.

• bench press

  a weightlifting exercise in which a person lies on a bench and pushes a barbell upwards from the chest

  Example

  He can bench press twice his body weight.

Origins of bench

from Old English 'benc', meaning 'long seat'

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Summary: bench in Brief

The term 'bench' [bɛnʧ] refers to a long seat made of wood or stone, a flat surface for working, or a judge in a court of law. It is commonly used in phrases like 'on the bench,' meaning not actively participating, and 'take a bench,' meaning to sit down. 'Bench press' is a weightlifting exercise that involves pushing a barbell upwards from the chest.