Copydesks

/ˈkɒpiˌdɛsks/ noun (plural)

Definition

Plural of copydesk; multiple desks in publishing offices where editorial work takes place.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'copydesk,' maintaining the same compound structure.

Kelly Says

Large newspapers had multiple copydesks organized by subject (national desk, sports desk, etc.)—each one functioned like a mini-publication with its own editors and hierarchies.

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