Banquette — Defs

01 n. A bench or seat for passengers on the top of a diligence or other public vehicle.

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A bench or seat for passengers on the top of a diligence or other public vehicle.
“My brother-in-law . . . took refuge in the banquette.” — Mrs. Howe.

02 n. A raised way or foot bank, running along the inside of a parapet, on which musketeers stand to fire upon the enemy.

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A raised way or foot bank, running along the inside of a parapet, on which musketeers stand to fire upon the enemy.(Fort.)
2.
A narrow window seat; a raised shelf at the back or the top of a buffet or dresser.(Arch.)