stenographer

/stəˈnɒɡɹəfə/

UK: /stəˈnɒɡɹəfə/

stenographer

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Definition

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.

Etymology

From stenography + -er.