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stenographer

/ˈstɛnəɡrɑːfər/ noun · British & US
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What does stenographer mean?

noun

A person who writes down spoken words in shorthand, especially for use in court or other official proceedings. A person who uses a stenotype machine to record spoken words.

Example

"The court reporter was a skilled stenographer who could transcribe the testimony at incredible speed."

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