Secretarial

/ˌsɛkrəˈtɛrɪəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the duties or responsibilities of a secretary.

She is pursuing a degree in secretarial studies to enhance her administrative skills.

Pertaining to the work or functions typically associated with secretarial roles.

The organization is looking for someone with strong secretarial skills to manage their correspondence.

Of or referring to the office or position of a secretary.

He received secretarial support during his time in the government office.

Late 19th century from Latin 'secretarius', meaning 'confidential agent'.

secretarial duties

Tasks typically performed by a secretary.

secretarial staff

Employees who perform administrative and clerical work.

secretarial skills

Abilities required for effective secretary work.

secretary

An individual employed to assist with administrative tasks.

administration

The management and organization of tasks, typically within an office.

A shorthand term for office tasks or duties.

I have a lot of secretarial work to finish before the deadline.

Refers to any routine office work.

I'm just doing some secretarial stuff today, nothing exciting.