What does CLERK mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: a person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and perform other routine tasks.
• Verb: to work as a clerk, especially in a store or office.

Pronunciations:

• US: /klɜrk/
• UK: /klɑːk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "clerk" comes from the Old English word "clerc," which originally meant "priest" or "scholar." Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to refer to someone who keeps records and performs other administrative tasks. Today, "clerk" is commonly used to refer to someone who works in an office or store, performing tasks such as filing, record-keeping, and customer service.

Synonyms:

• Assistant
• Receptionist
• Secretary
• Bookkeeper
• Cashier

Related Words:

• Clamp
• Clear
• Click
• Cliff
• Clasp

Example Sentences:

• The clerk at the front desk greeted him with a smile.
• She spent the morning clerking at the local store.
• The office clerk was responsible for keeping track of all the files.
• The clerk counted the money in the cash register at the end of the day.