Meaning & Definition of word "Typist"

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    Typist

    /ˈtaɪpɪst/

    noun:

    • 1. A person who types, especially one who uses a typewriter or keyboard as a primary tool for work.
      • Example: The office was busy, with each typist focused on their tasks at hand.
    • 2. A skilled worker who types quickly and accurately, often employed in administrative or clerical positions.
      • Example: As a professional typist, she could produce over 90 words per minute without errors.
    • 3. Someone employed to type documents, letters, and reports on behalf of others.
      • Example: The typist was responsible for transcribing the meeting notes into a formal report.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'type' + '-ist', indicating a person who types.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fast typist:

    A person who can type quickly.

    professional typist:

    A typist who is employed to type official documents as a job.

    Related Words

    typing:

    The action of writing text using a keyboard.

    typewriter:

    A machine for writing text by means of a keyboard.

    Slang Meanings of typist

    Meaning: Typing whiz

    Example Sentence: He's a real typing whiz, finishing reports in half the time.

    Meaning: Keyboard ninja

    Example Sentence: She types so fast, she's basically a keyboard ninja!