writing desk

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.

writing desk

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of writing desk¹

First recorded in 1605–15

Example Sentences

On the other hand, if you have a little more space to work with, choosing a dedicated multi-level computer desk or a dedicated writing desk with cabinets might be the better selection for you.

From Popular-Science

She kept a copy of The Ambassadors as a talisman on her writing desk when she was working for seven years on her novel Trust.

From The Daily Beast

He claimed the unforgivable crime was her sale of his writing desk to a client.

From The Daily Beast

After closing the door to a crack, he sat down at a small writing desk where a map was laid out.

From The Daily Beast

The first thing you see is a writing desk in a huge room beautifully furnished, and with dark-wood panelling.

From Project Gutenberg

The Hatter opened his eyes very wide on hearing this; but all he said was, 'Why is a raven like a writing-desk?'

From Project Gutenberg

Do you remember the writing-desk at old Mildman's, eh, Frank?

From Project Gutenberg

Colonel Bingham coughed, and tapped his writing-desk with the letter.

From Project Gutenberg

Papa Haynes laughed at these things; but when Weezy learned to open his writing-desk he looked grave.

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