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Stenographer vs. Typist — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Stenographer and Typist

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Stenographer

One skilled in stenography, especially one employed to transcribe court proceedings verbatim.

Typist

One who operates a typewriter.

Stenographer

Someone skilled in the transcription of speech (for example, a secretary who takes dictation).

Typist

A person who types, a clerical worker who writes letters, etc., using a typewriter.

Stenographer

One who is skilled in stenography; a writer of shorthand.
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Typist

A person who operates a typewriting machine; a typewriter.

Stenographer

Someone skilled in the transcription of speech (especially dictation)

Typist

Someone paid to operate a typewriter

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