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stenotype

stenotype

9.9
A system of shorthand typing using a special keyboard to type spoken words quickly
  • noun
  • /ˈstɛnəˌtaɪp/
  • Specialized
translation icon : estenografía
  • She learned stenotype to work as a court reporter.

Examples

  • Many official transcripts are produced using the stenotype method.

  • The accuracy of stenotype makes it essential for legal proceedings.

  • The court reporter used a stenotype during the trial.

  • Many journalists learn to use a stenotype for quick note-taking.

  • She learned stenotype to work as a court reporter.

  • The court reporter used a stenotype during the trial.

  • Many official transcripts are produced using the stenotype method.

Synonyms

shorthand
vsstenotype
  • Specialized
27 6.0

A fast way of writing using symbols or short forms to record speech

is a machine based system used specifically for very rapid official transcription
stenography
vsstenotype
  • Specialized
1 7.7

A way of writing speech quickly using short signs

focuses on a special machine used for rapid official transcription in legal settings
phonography
vsstenotype
  • Archaic
9.6

A fast way of writing spoken words using special signs

is aimed at quick dictation rather than machine based official transcription

Surface Forms

stenotype singular
stenotypes plural

Morphology

stenotype = steno + type (semi-transparent) = steno + type

Formed from 'steno-' (shorthand) + 'type' (machine); the sense 'system of shorthand typing' extends directly from the compound meaning but relies on specialized knowledge of 'steno-'.

Etymology

Stenotype also means the shorthand system used with that machine; it joins steno- ('short') and -type (as in typewriter), so the name reminds you it is a fast, shortened way to type speech. That's why learning stenotype means learning a special method to write words quickly.