workspace — English Dictionary

Noun

1. An area allocated for someone to work in, especially in an office.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • usually

   Synonyms

   workstation

   Broader terms

   spaceareaplace

   Examples

   Holonyms: workplace, workstead

   Near-synonym: workstation

   More examples (1)

   A temporary shed, built from scaffolding, provided a covered workspace for a former DRS coach in the process of being reactivated.

2. A file (or system of files) in which related software and data can be manipulated or developed in isolation from others.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

3. An empty portion of the screen or window that serves as a container for other windows or objects.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

   Examples

   Unlike other Microsoft Office applications, Access doesn't automatically display an empty workspace when you start the program.

4. Any of the screens that can be switched between in a virtual desktop.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

5. The set of points that can be reached by the end-effector of a robotic manipulator.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • usually

   Synonyms

   work envelope

Noun

1. space allocated for your work (as in an office)

   Broader terms

   space