reception desk
Americannoun
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a desk at which a receptionist works, as in an office.
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a counter, as at a hotel, at which guests are registered.
Etymology
Origin of reception desk
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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When at last they bade her farewell at the reception desk, Penelope did not say thank you.
From Literature
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On the day AFP visited, 38-year-old Michael was at the reception desk, making enquiries on behalf of his partner.
From Barron's
The File on Four investigation reported that asylum seekers must show proof of an upcoming appointment at the reception desk of their hotel, where a taxi is booked on an automated system.
From BBC
Proof of an upcoming appointment needs to be shown at the reception desk, where a taxi is booked on an automated system.
From BBC
At first, the guards positioned themselves behind a reception desk.
From Los Angeles Times
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