workstation

noun

work·​sta·​tion ˈwərk-ˌstā-shən 

1

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

2

a

: 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 ramp-up, supported by custom software and over 150 networked workstations, has enabled the delivery of more than 350 units. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026

The center console even offers enough space for a casual workstation while keeping your beverages of choice within reach. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026

This cheap iPad model is another great option for a mobile entertainment center and workstation. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026

There are no workstations, and the minibar expands on the usual snack-and-spirits lineup with tools and ingredients that invite guests to play bartender. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for workstation

• ablation
• bination
• carnation
• cassation
• castration
• causation
• centration
• cessation
• cetacean
• chelation
• citation
• collation