bench
//bɛntʃ//
Noun
benchSingular
benchesPlural
1
A long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone
We sat on a wooden bench in the park.
2
A judge's seat in a court of law; the office or dignity of a judge
She was appointed to the bench last year.
3
A long work table used by a carpenter, scientist, or other worker
The carpenter placed the wood on the bench.
4
The reserve players on a sports team who are not currently playing
The coach decided to keep him on the bench for the first half.
Verb
1
To remove a player from a game and place them among the substitutes
The coach benched the star player after his poor performance.
2
To exhibit or display at a bench show (for dogs or other animals)
She benched her dog at the national show.