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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.

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

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