noun
typist
TEYE-pihst
Typist (noun) means a person whose job is to type documents, especially quickly and accurately. Example: “The office hired a typist to handle all the correspondence.”
noun
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A person whose job is to type documents, especially quickly and accurately.
"The office hired a typist to handle all the correspondence."
"She worked as a legal typist for over a decade."
How to use typist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job involves typing, especially at speed.
When to use it
A somewhat dated job title, as "typing" is now folded into most office roles rather than being a separate job.
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Word forms
- Plural
- typists
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Etymology
Formed from "type" plus the agent suffix "-ist," meaning "a person who does."
Frequently asked questions
What does “typist” mean?
The word “typist” means a person whose job is to type documents, especially quickly and accurately. In plain terms, someone whose job involves typing, especially at speed.
How do you pronounce “typist”?
“Typist” is pronounced TEYE-pihst (/ˈtaɪpɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “typist” in a sentence?
Here is “typist” used in a sentence: “The office hired a typist to handle all the correspondence.”
What part of speech is “typist”?
“Typist” is a noun.
