Desk
/dɛsk/noun
A piece of furniture with a flat surface used for writing or working.
Did you know?The term 'desk' can be traced back to the Latin word 'desca', which referred to a table used for writing, often associated with scholarly and magical practices.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
desca
“A writing table or surface.”
Middle English
Middle English
deske
“A flat-topped writing table, commonly used by scholars.”
14th Century
Old French
deske
“A table or desk, often with connotations of learning and writing.”
Modern English
English
desk
“A piece of furniture for work or study, retaining its scholarly associations.”
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