stenographer - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
English
Noun
stenographer (plural stenographers)
- Someone skilled in the writing of shorthand or the use of a stenotype machine, especially for the purpose of rapid transcription of speech. One employed in such a role: a professional transcriptionist who employs shorthand.
- ✤ Synonyms: stenographist, (UK) shorthand typist
- ✤ Coordinate term: tachygrapher
- One who invents or studies systems of shorthand.
Etymology
From stenography + -er.
Pronunciation
- (Received Pronunciation) IPA: /stəˈnɒɡɹəfə/
- (US) IPA: /stəˈnɑɡɹəfɚ/
- Audio (General American): 🔊
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