Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scrivener
Noun
/ˈskrɪv.ən.ər/
Definition
A person who writes or copies documents, often a professional scribe or notary.
Examples
- A scrivener was hired to draft the legal contracts required for the business deal.
- In the past, many authors employed scriveners to copy their manuscripts by hand.
- The scrivener worked diligently, ensuring that every word was perfectly written.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who specializes in the act of writing or transcribing texts, particularly legal documents or manuscripts.
Synonyms
- scribe
- notary
- copyist
- witness
- clerk
