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Desk
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Simple meaning
What does Desk mean?
A desk is a table used for work or study.
Dictionary definition
A piece of furniture with a flat surface used for reading, writing, studying, or working.
Example sentences
Desk in a sentence
easy
I keep my books on my desk.
medium
The student cleaned the desk before starting homework.
hard
A quiet desk space can help someone focus while studying.
Synonyms
Words like Desk
worktableUse for a table used for work.
tableA broader word for furniture with a flat top.
Antonyms
Opposite words
floorA contrast because a desk is raised furniture.
bedA different type of furniture used for sleeping.
Word family
Desk word family
Base word
desk
noun
desk
A table used for work or study.
noun
desks
More than one desk.
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Practice 1
What is a desk?
A desk is furniture used for reading, writing, studying, or working.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses desk correctly?
This sentence uses desk to mean furniture used for work or study.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to desk?
A worktable is similar to a desk.
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