kneeler

[ nee-ler ]

/ ˈni lər /

a person or thing that kneels.

a bench, pad, or the like, to kneel on.

a stone for supporting inclined masonry, as coping stones.

knee(def 8).

Origin of kneeler

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at kneel, -er¹

The Rector paused vaguely, and Birdwood tried to indicate by kicking himself that he had the kneeler.

Guy and Pauline |Compton Mackenzie
The Crown is arranged between the shoulders of the Warden and the Kneeler.

Ten Books on Architecture |Vitruvius
Minister (aside to assistant): “Mr. Kneeler, a little more water, please.”

Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor, Volume II |Various
At length, a convulsion passed over the frame of the kneeler, and heaving a deep sigh he arose.

Guy Fawkes |William Harrison Ainsworth

This is the dragon with which the Kneeler, Hercules, is fighting, and whose head he presses down with his foot.

The Astronomy of the Bible |E. Walter Maunder