noun

workspace

WK-spays

Workspace (noun) means an area set aside for someone to work in, such as a desk or office area. Example: “She organized her workspace before starting the project.”

noun

An area set aside for someone to work in, such as a desk or office area.

"She organized her workspace before starting the project."

In computing, a digital environment or set of files where a project is developed.

"Each team member has their own workspace in the coding platform."

How to use workspace

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA physical desk area, or a digital project environment, dedicated to work.

Common pairings

tidy workspace shared workspace digital workspace

Word forms

workspaces plural

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Etymology

A combination of "work" and "space."

Rhymes for workspace

ace face race pace mace lace Jace peace space trace grace place

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Frequently asked questions

What does “workspace” mean?

The word “workspace” means an area set aside for someone to work in, such as a desk or office area. In plain terms, a physical desk area, or a digital project environment, dedicated to work.

How do you pronounce “workspace”?

“Workspace” is pronounced WK-spays (/ˈwɝkˌspeɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “workspace” in a sentence?

Here is “workspace” used in a sentence: “She organized her workspace before starting the project.”

What part of speech is “workspace”?

“Workspace” is a noun.

How many meanings does “workspace” have?

“Workspace” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an area set aside for someone to work in, such as a desk or office area.