D defs.my
Entry 3 senses · 2 variants Webster, 1913

Pew

/(pū)/ · IPA /pjuː/
01 n. One of the compartments in a church which are separated by low partitions, and have long seats upon which several persons may sit; -- somet…
  1. 1.
    One of the compartments in a church which are separated by low partitions, and have long seats upon which several persons may sit; -- sometimes called slip. Pews were originally made square, but are now usually long and narrow. Also: slip
  2. 2.
    Any structure shaped like a church pew, as a stall, formerly used by money lenders, etc.; a box in theater; a pen; a sheepfold.[Obs.]
Phrases & compounds
Pew opener — an usher in a church.
02 v. t. To furnish with pews.
  1. 1.
    To furnish with pews.[R.]