n. [ F. See Banquet, n. ]
n. A bench or seat for passengers on the top of a diligence or other public vehicle. [ 1913 Webster ]
My brother-in-law . . . took refuge in the banquette. Mrs. Howe. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]
n. One who banquets; one who feasts or makes feasts. [ 1913 Webster ]