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

Mrs Brittle said she saw a tall, dark-skinned man sitting at a high table, wearing a silver top with the hood up.

From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2025

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

Standing by a high table with a view of the dance floor, first-time Sober attendee Ralph is sipping one of those pricey mocktails.

From Slate ● Nov. 7, 2014

He sat at the high table as a dish of onion soup cooled before him, hardly tasted, staring at the flame of the nearest candle with those hooded eyes, ignoring the talk around him.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin