noun Download 🔗Share A long seat with or without a back, found for example in parks and schools. Examples : "They sat on a park bench and tossed bread crumbs to the ducks and pigeons." item structure building architecture place utility Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The people who decide on the verdict; the judiciary. Examples : "They are awaiting a decision on the motion from the bench." law government Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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noun Download 🔗Share The place where players (substitutes) and coaches sit when not playing. Examples : "He spent the first three games on the bench, watching." sport position place Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The number of players on a team able to participate, expressed in terms of length. Examples : "Injuries have shortened the bench." sport Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A place where assembly or hand work is performed; a workbench. Examples : "She placed the workpiece on the bench, inspected it closely, and opened the cover." work machine industry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A horizontal padded surface, usually adjustable in height and inclination and often with attached weight rack, used for proper posture during exercise. Examples : "At the gym, Maria used the benches to safely lift heavier weights while keeping her back straight. " sport machine building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A bracket used to mount land surveying equipment onto a stone or a wall. Examples : "After removing the bench, we can use the mark left on the wall as a reference point." technical architecture property building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A flat ledge in the slope of an earthwork, work of masonry, or similar. Examples : ""The workers built benches into the side of the hill to prevent landslides." " architecture geology building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A thin strip of relatively flat land bounded by steeper slopes above and below. Examples : "The farmer terraced the hillside, creating a series of benches to plant his crops on. " geography environment Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A kitchen surface on which to prepare food, a counter. Examples : "She chopped the vegetables on the benches before adding them to the soup. " utensil food Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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noun Download 🔗Share A collection or group of dogs exhibited to the public, traditionally on benches or raised platforms. Examples : "The judge admired the impressive benches of poodles at the dog show. " animal entertainment group Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To remove a player from play. Examples : "They benched him for the rest of the game because they thought he was injured." sport Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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noun Download 🔗Share The weight one is able to bench press, especially the maximum weight capable of being pressed. Examples : "He became frustrated when his bench increased by only 10 pounds despite a month of training." sport achievement ability Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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verb Download 🔗Share To recite the Birkat Hamazon. Examples : "After the delicious Sabbath meal, the family benches together, reciting the blessings of gratitude. " religion ritual Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading