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chronicler

Chronicler (noun) means a person who writes a record of events, especially historical ones. Example: “Medieval chroniclers often mixed fact with legend.”

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A person who writes a record of events, especially historical ones.
"Medieval chroniclers often mixed fact with legend."

How to use chronicler

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In plain EnglishSomeone who writes down events as a historical record.

Word forms

chroniclers plural

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Etymology

From chronicle + the agent suffix -er.

Frequently asked questions

What does “chronicler” mean?

The word “chronicler” means a person who writes a record of events, especially historical ones. In plain terms, someone who writes down events as a historical record.

How do you use “chronicler” in a sentence?

Here is “chronicler” used in a sentence: “Medieval chroniclers often mixed fact with legend.”

What part of speech is “chronicler”?

“Chronicler” is a noun.

What is the meaning of chronicler?

"chronicler" (noun) means a person who writes a record of events, especially historical ones.

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