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

The trial is likely to be one of the most high-profile judicial events of the century, given a cast of characters drawn from Hollywood’s high table.

From The Guardian ● Jan. 6, 2020

At the high table the Bastard of Bolton sat in his lord father’s seat, drinking from his father’s cup.

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