CEFR B1

ale bench

noun phrase

Meaning

A long, wooden bench, typically used in pubs or breweries, for storing or displaying ale barrels or beer.

Examples

The brewmaster carefully arranged the ale barrels on the ale bench.
The pub's ale bench was made of solid oak and had been there for decades.

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ale bench (B1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪl ˈbɛntʃ/

Definition

A long, wooden bench, typically used in pubs or breweries, for storing or displaying ale barrels or beer.

Examples

The brewmaster carefully arranged the ale barrels on the ale bench.
The pub's ale bench was made of solid oak and had been there for decades.
The brewery tour included a stop at the ale bench, where visitors could sample the latest beers.

How to Use ale bench

sit on the ale bench (collocation): to sit and drink ale — "The regulars would sit on the ale bench and chat for hours."
store ale on the bench (collocation): to store ale barrels on the bench — "The brewmaster would store ale on the bench to keep it cool and secure."

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