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phonogram |
a sign or symbol in a phonetic writing system such as shorthand, that represents a word, phrase, syllable, or speech sound. |
phonography |
any system of shorthand that is based on phonetic transcription. [1/2 definitions] |
shorthand |
using or written in shorthand. [1/3 definitions] |
stenographer |
one who is proficient in shorthand, esp. one whose job is to take dictation. |
stenography |
the technique or process of writing, esp. taking dictation or recording a proceeding in shorthand. |
stenotype |
the symbols that represent the sounds, words, or phrases of phonetic shorthand. [1/2 definitions] |
stenotypy |
a shorthand in which symbols that represent sounds, words, and phrases are typed on a keyboard machine. |
transcribe |
to write or type a copy or full version of (something dictated or heard, shorthand notes, or the like). [1/4 definitions] |
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