writing desk

American  

noun

1. a piece of furniture with a surface for writing, with drawers and pigeonholes for writing materials.

2. a portable case that when opened forms a surface on which to write.

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writing desk British  

noun

1. a piece of furniture with a writing surface and drawers and compartments for papers, writing materials, etc

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Etymology

Origin of writing desk

First recorded in 1605–15

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writing desk

If you’ve ever daydreamed about owning an item from Carrie Bradshaw’s closet or the writing desk where she penned her famous memoir, this L.A. event may be your golden ticket.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 28, 2026

For the past couple of weeks, I’ve had Judd Apatow’s “Comedy Nerd” on my writing desk.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 12, 2025

In sculpting the organ, Elphick takes artistic licence and morphs the instrument with Jones's writing desk, bringing to life aspects of his multi-faceted career and to reflect his interests beyond Python.

From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2025

As an official gift, the Bidens gave their guests an antique writing desk.

From Washington Times ● Oct. 24, 2023

Along one wall was a chest of drawers and a mirror, on the other a writing desk with a chair tucked underneath.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs