workbench

[wurk-bench]

noun

1. a sturdy table at which an artisan works.

workbench

/ ˈwɜːkˌbɛntʃ /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of workbench¹

First recorded in 1775–85; work + bench

Example Sentences

His first latex creation still sits on his workbench.

From BBC

Scattered pizza boxes left on workbenches lend to the air of dorm-room fantasy but Morot is quick to open one up: no leftover slices, only delicate pieces of fabricated skin applications.

From Los Angeles Times

Had more room been available, a 32- or 34-foot width would have created a garage with plenty of room for a big workbench, lawn tractor, snowblower, etc.

From Seattle Times

Do you have a workbench in your garage or basement?

From Seattle Times

In the dim light above your cluttered workbench you were opening and closing 5, 10 or 20 small cardboard boxes, old plastic 35mm film canisters, or glass baby food jars, weren’t you?

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• board 
• counter 
• desk 
• shelf