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Clerk

Klurk

/ˈklɜːrk/

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clerk

Dictionary meaning

An employee who performs clerical work, such as keeps records or accounts.

Examples

  • The clerk assisted me with renewing my license.
  • I clerk at the courthouse downtown.

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