Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pew
noun
/pjuː/
Definition
A long bench with a back, used for seating in a church.
Examples
- The church was filled with rows of wooden pews.
- She chose a pew near the front to get a better view of the ceremony.
- During the service, many people knelt in their pews to pray.
Meaning
Pews are typically arranged in rows and are common in places of worship, allowing congregants to sit during services.
Synonyms
- bench
- seat
- stool
