Pew
English Meaning
One of the compartments in a church which are separated by low partitions, and have long seats upon which several persons may sit; -- sometimes called slip. Pews were originally made square, but are now usually long and narrow.
- One of the long, fixed, backed benches that are arranged in rows for the seating of a congregation in church.
- An enclosed compartment in a church that provides seating for a number of people, such as a family.