Desk
/dɛsk/
Definitions
- (n.) A piece of furniture with a flat top for working, reading, or writing.
She placed the documents on the desk.
- (n.) A department or office providing specialized services, e.g., news desk.
He works at the foreign news desk.
Forms
- desks
See also
Commentary
In legal contexts, 'desk' often refers to office furniture but can metaphorically denote a functional office unit.
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