workbench

CEFRB1

/ˈwɝk.bɛnt͡ʃ/

noun

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In plain English

01
noun
A strong table used for making or repairing things.
02
noun
Extra detail
A horizontal padded surface, usually adjustable in height and inclination and often with attached weight rack, used for proper posture during exercise.

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At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

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Extra meaning

A sturdy bench or table at which manual work is done by a carpenter, machinist, etc.

In context

Mr Plumptre was lying on the work bench with the back of it 'slightly up' when it suddenly collapsed down causing the weights to 'crash' down on his upper abdomen and lower chest.

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Mr Plumptre was lying on the work bench with the back of it 'slightly up' when it suddenly collapsed down causing the weights to 'crash' down on his upper abdomen and lower chest.
2019 July 9, Amie Gordon, “Hospital IT worker, 39, died after gym bench collapsed and he dropped 132lb barbell on his stomach causing deep tears to his liver and spleen, inquest h...
yeah i have been lightly following quite a few of them so far and progress has deff been good but im always afraid of fucking up deadlifts. will be getting adjustable weights soon and a work bench and mainly do squats, presses, and incline situps
2023 October 25, @Drokar_LDMM, X

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