noun
- plural of newsdesk; the central office or department in a newspaper, news agency, or broadcast station where news stories are assigned, edited, and coordinated
Usage: typically used in journalism and media contexts; refers to both the physical location and the team of editors/journalists working there
Examples
- The newsdesks at major networks were buzzing with activity during the breaking news event.
- Reporters filed their stories directly to the newsdesks for immediate review.
- Multiple newsdesks across the country coordinated coverage of the national story.
- The editor-in-chief oversees all the newsdesks in the building.
- Newsdesks rely on wire services to receive updates from around the world.