stenographical
/,stenɔ'græfik/ Cách viết khác : (stenographical) /,stenɔ'græfikəl/
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A court reporter uses stenographical equipment to transcribe the proceedings.
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to stenography: Pertaining to the system or practice of writing in shorthand, especially for rapid transcription of speech.
- Employing stenography: Using or characterized by the techniques of shorthand writing.
Usage
- The word "stenographical" is a formal, technical adjective. It is used to describe things directly connected to the method, symbols, or profession of shorthand writing.
- It is typically used in professional, legal, or historical contexts rather than in everyday conversation.
Examples
- The court reporter's stenographical notes were transcribed into a full legal document.
- She studied stenographical symbols to increase her typing speed and accuracy.
- The museum displayed an old stenographical machine used by secretaries in the early 20th century.
Advanced Usage
- Stenographical record: A document or account created using shorthand.
- The trial's proceedings were preserved as a detailed stenographical record.
- Stenographical skill/technique: Proficiency in the art of shorthand.
- His job required a high level of stenographical skill to keep up with the fast-paced meetings.
Variants and Related Words
- Stenography (n): The art or process of writing in shorthand.
- Stenography was once an essential skill for secretaries.
- Stenographer (n): A person who specializes in writing shorthand.
- The stenographer typed the meeting minutes from her shorthand notes.
- Stenographic (adj): An alternative, more common adjective form with the same meaning as "stenographical."
- The office purchased new stenographic equipment.
Synonyms
- Shorthand: (adj/n) Denoting a system of rapid writing using abbreviations or symbols.
- Tachygraphic: (adj) Relating to rapid writing or shorthand (a more technical synonym).
Antonyms
- Longhand: (n/adj) Ordinary handwriting, as opposed to shorthand or typing.
- Verbatim: (adj/adv) In exactly the same words as were used originally; this contrasts with the condensed, symbolic nature of stenography.
A court reporter uses stenographical equipment to transcribe the proceedings.
Adjective
- of or relating to or employing stenography