Definition

A person whose job is to type documents or information using a typewriter or computer keyboard.

Example

She works as a typist in a busy office, typing reports and letters.

Conversation

I heard you got a job as a typist, how's that going?

It's going pretty well! I like typing up documents.

That's great to hear! Being a typist must be interesting.

It really is, especially when I get to work on different projects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Typist → It is formed from "type" (from Greek "typos", meaning a blow or impression) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A typist is someone who practices or works with typing, creating written impressions using a typewriter or keyboard.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes 'impressions' ('typos') on paper by 'typing' — that's what a typist does.

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