carrel

Definitions

A small, individual study desk or enclosure, often found in a library.

A small, enclosed space or cubicle used for private study or research.

Examples

The student spent hours studying in the quiet carrel at the back of the library.

Each individual carrel was equipped with a power outlet and a small reading lamp.

Synonyms

cubicle study booth partitioned desk nook alcove workstation

Antonyms

open space communal area public square shared table unrestricted zone