transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈdesk ]
noun
Etymology: Middle English deske, from Medieval Latin desca, modification of Old Italian desco table, from Latin discus dish, disc — more at dish
Date: 14th century
1.
a. : a table, frame, or case with a sloping or horizontal surface especially for writing and reading and often with drawers, compartments, and pigeonholes
b. : a reading table or lectern from which a liturgical service is read
c. : a table, counter, stand, or booth at which a person works
2.
a. : a division of an organization specializing in a particular phase of activity
the Russian desk in the Department of State
b. : a seating position according to rank in an orchestra
a first- desk violinist