workbench

[ wurk-bench ]
/ ˈwɜrkˌbɛntʃ /
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noun

a sturdy table at which an artisan works.

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Origin of workbench

First recorded in 1775–85; work + bench

Words nearby workbench

workaday, workaholic, workaround, workbag, workbasket, workbench, workboat, workbook, workbox, workday, worked
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Words related to workbench

shelf, counter, board, desk, trestle, easel, ledge

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British Dictionary definitions for workbench

workbench
/ (ˈwɜːkˌbɛntʃ) /

noun

a heavy table at which work is done by a carpenter, mechanic, toolmaker, etc
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