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backbench backbench /ˌbækˈbentʃ/ noun [C usually plural] ► F0 (the seats used by) members of the British Parliament who do not have official positions in the government or in an opposing political party: » The prime minister expects strong support from the Labour backbenches.» a backbench revolt→ COMPARE FRONT BENCH(Cf. ↑front bench)Thesaurus+: ↑Government administration and organisation |