cross-bench

See also: crossbench

English

Alternative forms

crossbench

Etymology

cross- +‎ bench

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˈkɹɒsbɛnt͡ʃ/

Noun

cross-bench (plural cross-benches)

(Britain) A bench placed perpendicular to others, especially certain such benches in the House of Lords on which independent or neutral members traditionally sit.

Derived terms

cross-bencher

Translations

a bench placed perpendicular to others

Irish: binse trasna m

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