Carrel

usgb/ˈkærəl/
noun

A small desk with high sides, especially in a library, designed to provide a private study space.

She found a quiet carrel in the library to concentrate on her research paper
Visual representation of "carrel" - A small desk with high sides, especially in a library, designed to provide a private study space

Often appears as...

  • study carrel
  • private carrel
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Library Zones

Carrels are often located in silent zones of the library, meant for solo work.

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Please keep your voice down near the carrel areas.
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Personal Study

Carrels are meant for individuals; they're not designed for group discussions or meetings.

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She reserved a carrel for her thesis work, ensuring privacy and focus.
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Academic Setting

The term 'carrel' is especially common in academic and research contexts.

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During finals week, every carrel in the university library is occupied.
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