high table

American  

noun

British.

1. the table in the dining hall of a college, reserved for senior members of the college and distinguished guests.

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high table British  

noun

1. (sometimes capitals) the table, sometimes elevated, in the dining hall of a school, college, etc, at which the principal teachers, fellows, etc, sit

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Etymology

Origin of high table

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50

Example Sentences

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high table

On Sunday, Miller watched the selection show from a high table right next to USC’s players in the founder’s club in Galen Center.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2024

From leaf crisps to pudding, the foodstuff was served at the high table occupied by leaders including U.S.

From Reuters ● Sep. 9, 2023

"People at the high table of science at that time were very white," he said.

From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2021

At the center of the ruckus was White House press secretary Sarah Sanders who, sitting just feet away from the standup comic on the high table, was the butt of some of Wolf’s sharpest barbs.

From The Guardian ● Apr. 29, 2018

Professor Steinberg was seated at the high table.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover