First Known Use: 14th century
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pew
noun \ˈpyü\
: one of the benches that are placed in rows in a church
Full Definition of PEW
1
: a compartment in the auditorium of a church providing seats for several persons
2
: one of the benches with backs and sometimes doors fixed in rows in a church
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Origin of PEW
Middle English pewe, from Middle French dialect (Picardy) puie balustrade, from Latin podia, plural of podium parapet, podium, from Greek podion base, diminutive of pod-, pous foot — more at foot
Rhymes with PEW
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PEW Defined for Kids
pew
noun \ˈpyü\
Definition of PEW for Kids
: one of the benches with backs and sometimes doors set in rows in a church
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