Meaning of the word "hot desk" in English

What does "hot desk" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hot desk

US /ˈhɑːt ˌdesk/
UK /ˈhɒt desk/
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Noun

a system in an office where employees do not have their own desk but use any desk that is available

Example:
Our company implemented hot desking to maximize office space.
With hot desking, you never know where you'll be sitting each day.

Verb

to use a hot desk system

Example:
Many modern companies are starting to hot desk to save on office rent.
Do you prefer to have your own dedicated desk or to hot desk?