1. plural of bench: long seats for multiple people, typically without backs
2. plural of bench: work surfaces or tables used in workshops, laboratories, or kitchens
3. plural of bench: the seats where substitute players sit during a game
Usage: sports

1. third person singular present of bench: to remove a player from active participation in a game
Usage: sports

Examples

• The park has several wooden benches along the walking path.
• Students sat on the benches outside the library.
• The chemistry lab has new benches for experiments.
• The carpenter worked at one of his sturdy benches.
• The coach benches players who don't follow team rules.
• Several players watched from the benches during the game.
• The kitchen benches were covered with marble countertops.