docking station
n. countablen. a device that connects a laptop or phone to other equipment like a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. It lets you turn a portable device into a full desk computer with just one cable.
n. a hardware platform that allows a portable electronic device, such as a laptop or smartphone, to connect to multiple peripherals and a power supply simultaneously.
I plug my laptop into the docking station at my desk.
The new office desks are equipped with a universal docking station so employees can connect their laptops instantly.
By utilizing a high-performance docking station, the designer can transition seamlessly from mobile field work to a multi-monitor desktop setup without manually reconnecting individual cables every time.
Commonly used in business and IT contexts; often shortened to 'dock' in casual technical conversation.
Last updated August 2, 2026