kneeler

[ nee-ler ]

noun

1. a person or thing that kneels.
2. a bench, pad, or the like, to kneel on.
3. a stone for supporting inclined masonry, as coping stones.
4. knee ( def 8 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of kneeler¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; kneel, -er ¹

Example Sentences

She rented ornate candelabras, rugs, chandeliers and church kneelers.

From Los Angeles Times

The cushioned kneeler can swap to a seat and comes with either one pouch for gardening tools for $35.99, or two pouches for $39.99.

From Fox News

It’s one room with a six-foot-tall painting of Mary and three kneelers where Haring sometimes prays for women in need.

From Washington Post

It’s one room with a 6-foot tall painting of Mary and three kneelers where Haring sometimes prays for women in need.

From Seattle Times

The Gateway Pundit, a far-right blog, also took swings at Rapinoe while cheering against the United States team, specifically calling the star an "America-hating anthem kneeler."

From Salon