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high table

noun

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


high table

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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of high table1

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50

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