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tiered seat

Other forms: tiered seats

Definitions of tiered seat
  1. noun
    seating that is arranged in sloping tiers so that spectators in the back can see over the heads of those in front
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    types:
    stand
    tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
    bleachers
    an outdoor grandstand without a roof; patrons are exposed to the sun as linens are when they are bleached
    covered stand, grandstand
    a stand at a racecourse or stadium consisting of tiers with rows of individual seats that are under a protective roof
    reviewing stand
    a stand from which a parade or military force can be reviewed
    type of:
    seating, seating area, seating room, seats
    an area that includes places where several people can sit
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