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workspace

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈwɝkˌspeɪs// UK //wˈɜːkspeɪs// workspace

n. the area on a computer screen where you can move and arrange windows and files. It is like a digital desk where you keep your tools and projects organized.

n. the area of a computer screen where windows and other graphical elements are displayed and manipulated. Often used to describe the desktop environment or a specific virtual space within a software application.


SIMPLE

I need to clear my workspace before starting the presentation.

CONTEXTUAL

The software allows you to create multiple workspaces to keep your different projects completely separate.

COMPLEX

A cluttered workspace can significantly reduce productivity, as the constant visual noise forces the brain to spend more energy on organization than on the actual task at hand.

Origin

From work + space.

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