\Ban*quette"\, n. [F. See {Banquet}, n.]
1. (Fort.) A raised way or foot bank, running along the
   inside of a parapet, on which musketeers stand to fire
   upon the enemy.
2. (Arch.) A narrow window seat; a raised shelf at the back
   or the top of a buffet or dresser.

\Ban*quette"\, n.
A bench or seat for passengers on the top of a diligence or
other public vehicle.
      My brother-in-law . . . took refuge in the banquette.
                                               --Mrs. Howe.