Cross-bench

//ˈkɹɒsbɛnt͡ʃ// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A bench placed perpendicular to others, especially certain such benches in the House of Lords on which independent or neutral members traditionally sit. UK
Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or pertaining to the cross-benches in the UK houses of parliament. UK

Etymology

From cross- + bench.

Related phrases

cross-bencher

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