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penman

Penman (noun) means a scribe, or a person who copies texts.

noun
1
A scribe, or a person who copies texts.
2
A person with writing skills; a journalist or other author.
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Etymology

From pen + -man.

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of penman?

"penman" (noun) means a scribe, or a person who copies texts.

What are the different meanings of penman?

"penman" has 2 main meanings: 1. A scribe, or a person who copies texts; 2. A person with writing skills; a journalist or other author.

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