Pews meaning : One of the long benches in a church, seating several persons, usually fixed to the floor and facing the chancel. An enclosed compartment in a church which provides seating for a group of people, often a prominent family. Any structure shaped like a church pew, such as a stall, formerly used by money lenders, etc.; a box in a theatre; or a pen or sheepfold. A chair; a seat. To furnish with pews.