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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scribes

/sraɪbz/ noun · British & US
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What does scribes mean?

noun

A person who writes or copies documents, especially in a formal or official capacity. A person who writes or copies manuscripts, especially in a monastery or scriptorium.

Example

"The scribes of ancient Egypt were skilled in the art of hieroglyphic writing."

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