registrar
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for registrar, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An official who keeps formal records, such as a university's enrollment and grades, or a court's case files.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use registrar
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Medieval Latin registrārius, "keeper of records," built from registrum ("register") plus the agent suffix -ārius.
Full origin of registrar →Frequently asked questions
What does “registrar” mean?
The word “registrar” means an official who keeps formal records, such as a university's enrollment and grades, or a court's case files. In plain terms, someone (or a company) whose job is to keep official records — of students, hospital training, or website domains.
How do you pronounce “registrar”?
“Registrar” is pronounced REHJ-ihs-trahr (/ˈɹɛd͡ʒ.ɪsˌtɹɑɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “registrar” in a sentence?
Here is “registrar” used in a sentence: “You'll need to contact the registrar's office to request your transcript.”
What part of speech is “registrar”?
“Registrar” is a noun.
Where does the word “registrar” come from?
The word “registrar” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin registrārius, "keeper of records," built from registrum ("register") plus the agent suffix -ārius.
Is “registrar” a common word?
“Registrar” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “registrar” have?
“Registrar” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an official who keeps formal records, such as a university's enrollment and grades, or a court's case files.