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workstation

noun

work·​sta·​tion ˈwərk-ˌstā-shən How to pronounce workstation (audio)
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.
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The company supports deployment with a training facility of over 100 workstations and an AI-native cloud platform for large-scale data collection and model training. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026 Ford has said the next-generation EV platform reduces parts by 20% versus a typical vehicle, with 25% fewer fasteners, 40% fewer workstations in the plant and 15% faster assembly time. Michael Wayland, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026 China’s cyberspace agency also told companies such as Alibaba to halt orders for Nvidia’s RTX Pro 6000D, a workstation chip that can be repurposed for AI applications. Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026 Other services include private spaces with spa-style shower suites, workstations and a kid-friendly family room. Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for workstation

Word History

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of workstation was in 1910

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“Workstation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workstation. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.

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