DESKTOP

background, desktop, screen background

(noun) (computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear

desktop

(noun) the top of a desk

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

desktop (plural desktops)

The top surface of a desk.

(computing) A desktop computer.

(computing, GUI) The main graphical user interface of an operating system, usually displaying icons, windows and background wallpaper.

Adjective

desktop (not comparable)

Designed for use on a desk or similar piece of furniture.

(computing) Of an application, designed to be run on a personal computer.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

13 June 2025

AIRPLANE

(noun) an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets; “the flight was delayed due to trouble with the airplane”


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Coffee Trivia

International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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