information desk — A service counter or booth where visitors can obtain information, directions, or assistance
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A service counter or booth where visitors can obtain information, directions, or assistance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən desk/
Example Sentences
- The lost tourist wandered around for an hour before realizing the information desk was right behind him all along
- The information desk clerk knew everything about the city except where the nearest bathroom was
- International students should visit the information desk on the first floor for orientation materials
information desk
NOUN[/ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən desk/]
A service counter or booth where visitors can obtain information, directions, or assistance
Lost tourists rush to the information desk for directions to the museum.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Information desk is a modern compound formed by combining two etymologically distinct elements: information derives from Latin informatio (the act of informing or shaping ideas), while desk originates from Medieval Latin desca (a wooden board or table). This compound emerged in modern English to denote a service counter where information is provided.
Breakdown
information (from Latin informatio, 'a shaping or informing') + desk (from Medieval Latin desca, 'a wooden board or table'). The compound combines a noun of abstract action with a noun of physical furniture to create a functional designation.
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📝Examples
“The lost tourist wandered around for an hour before realizing the information desk was right behind him all along”
“The information desk clerk knew everything about the city except where the nearest bathroom was”
“International students should visit the information desk on the first floor for orientation materials”
“The hospital's information desk provides maps and directions to different departments”
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