plural of fidlam ben

(simile, informal, comical) huge, extravagant.

People's Republic of Benin, from 1975 to 1990 / Republic of Benin, since 1990

A long seat with or without a back, found for example in parks and schools. / (government) A long seat for politicians in a parliamentary chamber.

(transitive, sports) To remove a player from play. / (transitive, figuratively) To remove someone from a position of responsibility temporarily.

(transitive and intransitive, colloquial) To lift by bench pressing

(weightlifting) The weight one is able to bench press, especially the maximum weight capable of being pressed.

Alternative spelling of bentsh

(Australia, humorous) An inhabitant of Queensland.

Pertaining to, or obtained from, benzoin. / (organic chemistry) Derived from benzoic acid or its derivatives.