court reporter

noun

: a stenographer who records and transcribes a verbatim report of all proceedings in a court of law

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Read on for highlights of today's testimony, as heard by our court reporters Patrick Ryan and Aysha Bagchi. Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 22 May 2025 These are the verbatim word-for-word transcripts taken by court reporters, also referred to as stenographers, that lawyers and judges use as the official court record. Nick Akerman, New York Daily News, 9 May 2025 Certification typically takes two to four years, but even after, court reporters continue refining their speed and accuracy while pursuing advanced certifications. Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 18 May 2025 Researching cases, perfecting spelling, filing transcripts, managing invoices, and coordinating with judges and law firms while still maintaining certification are all key responsibilities of a court reporter. Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 18 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for court reporter

Word History

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of court reporter was in 1894

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“Court reporter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/court%20reporter. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

Legal Definition

court reporter

noun
: a stenographer who records and transcribes a verbatim report of all proceedings in a court of law
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