Workbench

Pronunciation: /wɜːrk.bɛntʃ/

Definitions of workbench

noun a sturdy table at which manual work is done, usually with tools

Example Sentences

A1 I use a workbench to fix my broken toys.

A2 The carpenter built a new workbench for his workshop.

B1 She set up her tools on the workbench before starting the project.

B2 The mechanic's workbench was cluttered with various tools and parts.

C1 The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden workbench for his studio.

C2 The scientist conducted experiments on the specially designed workbench in the laboratory.

Examples of workbench in a Sentence

formal The carpenter spent hours at the workbench meticulously crafting the wooden furniture.

informal I'll be out in the garage tinkering at the workbench if you need me.

slang Let's set up the workbench in the shed and get our hands dirty.

figurative Her mind was like a cluttered workbench, filled with unfinished thoughts and ideas.

Grammatical Forms of workbench

• past tense: worked
• plural: workbenches
• comparative: more workbench
• superlative: most workbench
• present tense: work
• future tense: will work
• perfect tense: have worked
• continuous tense: is working
• singular: workbench
• positive degree: workbench
• infinitive: to work
• gerund: working
• participle: worked

Origin and Evolution of workbench

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'workbench' originated from Middle English, where 'werk' meant work and 'bench' referred to a table or platform.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'workbench' has remained consistent in its meaning as a table or platform used for working on tasks or projects. However, the design and materials of workbenches have evolved to meet the needs of different industries and types of work.