Definition

A person who keeps track of numbers or counts, often related to sales or records.

Example

The tallyman recorded all the sales made during the week.

Conversation

Have you ever met a tallyman before?

No, I haven't! What do they do exactly?

They keep track of accounts for people who buy things on credit.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how they manage all those records.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tallyman → It is formed from "tally" (from Middle English *talie*, meaning a record or count) and "man" (meaning a person). A tallyman is a person who keeps a record or count, often in a financial context.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who keeps a 'record' ('tally') of counts or transactions — that's what a tallyman does.

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