n. A writing desk with a hinged door that provides the writing surface.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. A piece of furniture used as a writing table, commonly with drawers, pigeonholes, and the like; a secretary or writing desk.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. A piece of furniture with conveniences for writing, as an opening top or falling front panel, places for inkstand, pens, and stationery, etc.; also, a tray to hold inkstand, pens, and other implements for writing.
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n. a desk used for writing
Word Usage
"I was awakened one night from a sound sleep by a noise in my chamber, and starting up in affright, I beheld by the light of a lamp which was burning near the bed, a boy in the act of forcing open my escritoire, with a small instrument which caused the noise."