al desko

adverb

al-ˈde-(ˌ)skō 

chiefly British, informal

: at one's desk

It can be as simple as taking a lunch break—al fresco, not al desko.

—Fiona Hamilton, Times (London), 14 Apr. 2009

… looks like the perfect place for those who like to eat their lunch al desko.

—Natascha Mirosch, Courier Mail (Brisbane, Australia), 22 Apr. 2008

Word History

Etymology

blend of alfresco entry 1 and desk entry 1

First Known Use

1981, in the meaning defined above

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