Bench Definition & Meaning
bench
- noun
- a long seat for more than one person
- a level shelf of land interrupting a declivity (with steep slopes above and below)
- persons who administer justice
- a strong worktable for a carpenter or mechanic
- the magistrate or judge or judges sitting in court in judicial capacity to compose the court collectively
- the reserve players on a team; "our team has a strong bench"
- (law) the seat for judges in a courtroom
- verb
- take out of a game; of players
- exhibit on a bench; "bench the poodles at the dog show"
"Bench" in song lyrics
See how bench is used in real songs:
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"Dense, spreads like new names at the writers bench"
Aesop Rock — Shovel -
"Superstar player, ridin' the bench"
Afroman — Palmdale -
"Gotta be a ball game if I'm approaching the bench"
Army of the Pharaohs — Gun Ballad
Words that rhyme with bench
Usage tips for "bench"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bench" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bench to find words that pair well.