# workstation

/ˈwɝkˌsteɪʃən/ (US) · /wˈɜːkstˌeɪʃən/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/workstation
Updated: 2026-07-22

## Definition

a desk or area where you work, usually with a computer and other equipment. It can also mean a very powerful computer used for professional tasks like design or engineering.

For teachers: a designated area for work, typically equipped with a computer and peripheral devices. In a technical context, it refers to a high-performance computer system designed for specialised professional applications such as 3D rendering or scientific data analysis.

## Examples

- I need to clean my workstation before I start the new project.
- The office layout provides each employee with a private workstation that includes an adjustable desk and dual monitors.
- While standard laptops suffice for administrative duties, the engineering department requires dedicated workstations with high-end graphics cards to process complex architectural simulations efficiently.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in both office management and high-end computing contexts.

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