A desk is a piece of furnitureObjects like tables, chairs, and cabinets used in a room designedMade or planned for a particular purpose for writing, working, studying, or using a computer. It usually has a flat top, and many desks also include drawers or storageArea or place for keeping things when not needed space.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /dɛsk/
Easy pronunciation: DESK (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress is on the only syllable.
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Desk Meaning
a table-like piece of furniture used for writing, working, or studying
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
Example: She sat at her desk and finished the report.
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Common Mistakes
- A desk is not the same as a table, although some desks look similar.
- Desk can also refer to a workplace or department in some contexts, but that is a different meaning than the furniture sense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does desk mean?
Desk means a piece of furniture with a flat surface, usually used for writing, studying, or working.
What is a simple definition of desk?
A desk is a piece of furniture used for work or study.
What are synonyms for desk?
For the furniture sense, there are few exact everyday synonyms. In some contexts, people may use terms like writing table, but that is not always a perfect substitute.
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