Work areas can refer to a variety of places where work is done. The two crossword solutions for this term are DESKTOPS (8 letters) and SHOPS (5 letters). Desktops refer to the physical space where people work, such as an office desk or cubicle. SHOPS refer to a place of business, such as a retail store, restaurant, or workshop. Both of these terms can be used to describe the places where people go to do their work.