Desktop Meaning

/ˈdɛsktɒp/
B1

Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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nounThe top surface of a desk.

nounA desktop computer.

I created a shortcut on the desktop.
I used a photo of my dog for my desktop wallpaper.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
He organized the icons on his computer ____ for easy access.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I created a shortcut on the ____.

From desk + top.

"Important menus, such as the root menu or Workspace menu, are "pinnable," which means that you can pin them up and keep them on your desktop […]" — 1994, Linda Mui, Valerie Quercia, X User Tools, page 312:

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CEFR Practice Quiz
He organized the icons on his computer ____ for easy access.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I created a shortcut on the ____.

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