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writing desk

noun

  1. a piece of furniture with a surface for writing, with drawers and pigeonholes for writing materials.
  2. a portable case that when opened forms a surface on which to write.


writing desk

noun

  1. a piece of furniture with a writing surface and drawers and compartments for papers, writing materials, etc
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of writing desk1

First recorded in 1605–15
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Example Sentences

On the other hand, if you have a little more space to work with, choosing a dedicated multi-level computer desk or a dedicated writing desk with cabinets might be the better selection for you.

She kept a copy of The Ambassadors as a talisman on her writing desk when she was working for seven years on her novel Trust.

He claimed the unforgivable crime was her sale of his writing desk to a client.

After closing the door to a crack, he sat down at a small writing desk where a map was laid out.

The first thing you see is a writing desk in a huge room beautifully furnished, and with dark-wood panelling.

The Hatter opened his eyes very wide on hearing this; but all he said was, 'Why is a raven like a writing-desk?'

Do you remember the writing-desk at old Mildman's, eh, Frank?

Colonel Bingham coughed, and tapped his writing-desk with the letter.

Papa Haynes laughed at these things; but when Weezy learned to open his writing-desk he looked grave.

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