Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clerical-error
noun
/ˈklɛrɪkəl ˈɛrər/
Definition
A mistake made in the process of writing, typing, or recording information.
Examples
- After reviewing the financial statements, we discovered a clerical error in the totals.
- The job application was delayed due to a clerical error in the candidate’s address.
- Clarifying the clerical error helped speed up the processing of the invoice.
Meaning
Clerical errors often arise from simple oversight or miscommunication, affecting the accuracy of documents or records.
Synonyms
- administrative error
- writing mistake
- typing error
- documentation error
