workstation

noun

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work·sta·tion | \ ˈwərk-ˌstā-shən

Definition of workstation

1 : an area with equipment for the performance of a specialized task usually by a single individual

2a : an intelligent terminal or personal computer usually connected to a computer network

b : a powerful microcomputer used especially for scientific or engineering work

Examples of workstation in a Sentence

Employees should keep their workstations neat and organized.

Recent Examples on the Web The female employee tried to call security but the phone near her workstation was not working. — Bruce Geiselman, cleveland, 10 July 2021 As Justin settled in at his workstation, his Thermos toppled to the floor. — Lauren Caruba, San Antonio Express-News, 2 July 2021 Like many companies that have reopened their offices after the pandemic, Quartz has adopted a shared workstation system, and new procedures to promote health and safety. — Anne Quito, Quartz, 2 July 2021 Kraus Kore 30-inch, stainless-steel, under-mount, deep workstation sink is $299.95, a $100 savings at checkout. — oregonlive, 21 June 2021 Manufacturing leader Honeywell released a report in January that indicated that 68% of respondents do not feel completely safe at their workstation. — Tony Uphoff, Forbes, 18 May 2021 Sterilize your workstation, equipment, hands, and anything else that may come in contact with meat. — Cameron Johnson, Popular Mechanics, 12 May 2021 What’s the best kneeling office chair for my ergonomic workstation? — Popsci Commerce Team, Popular Science, 15 Mar. 2021 Bruce Arians will give Alex Guerrero an all-access pass and a workstation with TB12 signage on the Bucs sideline. — BostonGlobe.com, 13 May 2021

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