secretary

Definition

A person who keeps records, takes notes and handles general clerical work.

Etymology

From Medieval Latin secrētārius (“one entrusted with secrets”), from Latin secrētus (“private, secret”), past participle of secernere (“to separate, set apart”), from se- (“apart”) + cernere (“to separate”).

Example Sentences

• "I have a personal secretary to help me organize my clients."
• "The secretary at the school is in charge of communication between parents, students, and staff."
• "None of us can type, Minister. Mrs. McKay types (laugh track). She's the secretary (laugh track)."

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