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A long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone
“I head back to the harbor and the main beach, looking for a bench to sit in the evening sun and read my book.”
A long work table in a workshop or laboratory
“The position of the particular tray on the laboratory bench had no apparent effect on germination.”
A court of law, specifically where the judges sit
“Botha granted her leave to appeal against her conviction and she will be back in court before a full bench of three judges next year.”
A public official whose duty it is to administer the law
“Mr. Nethersole, who still remained in court, appealed to the bench, against the insinuations thrown out by Mr. Middleton against his evidence.”
Something made or used for sitting on
Panel that hears legal matter
One skilled in law or jurisprudence
A raised platform in a room for a high table, a seat of honour, a throne, or other dignified occupancy
Group of substitute players
A table or similar flat-topped structure, typically used for religious rites
A flat length of wood or rigid material forming part of a piece of furniture
To lower the rank or status of something or someone
To press the weight of a barbell away from one's body while lying on a bench
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