Definitions for: Banquette

[n] an upholstered bench

Webster (1913) Definition: Ban*quette", n. [F. See Banquet, n.]
1. (Fort.) A raised way or foot bank, running along the
inside of a parapet, on which musketeers stand to fire
upon the enemy.

2. (Arch.) A narrow window seat; a raised shelf at the back
or the top of a buffet or dresser.

Ban*quette", n.
A bench or seat for passengers on the top of a diligence or
other public vehicle.

My brother-in-law . . . took refuge in the banquette.
--Mrs. Howe.

See Also: bench

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