drawing table

American  

noun

1. a table having a surface consisting of a drawing board adjustable to various heights and angles.

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Etymology

Origin of drawing table

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

“They need to go back to the drawing table and talk about these prescribed burns,” she said.

From New York Times

It includes a reading room, an interactive drawing table where visitors can make their own works, and a series of special programs.

From New York Times

He bemoans the favoring in many design studios these days of the iPad over the drawing table: “There’s no human touch, no human hand,” he said.

From Washington Post

The court decisions in North Carolina, Ohio and Alabama all forced Republicans back to the drawing table and are likely to result in either more competitive seats or opportunities for Democrats in the midterm elections.

From New York Times

“Maybe this provides some incentive for us to go back to the drawing table.”

From New York Times