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court reporter
noun
: a stenographer who records and transcribes a verbatim report of all proceedings in a court of law
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—Longreads, 18 Oct. 2024
And for each election cycle, taxpayers must cover the costs of not only agency employees but also contractors hired to serve as hearing officers, court reporters and handwriting experts.
—Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2024
That includes watching candidates arguing cases in court and talking with other lawyers, along with bailiffs, court reporters and clerks.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
For years, a shortage of court reporters has left hearings unrecorded, effectively barring appeals for those who can’t afford private reporters.
—Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 12 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1894, in the meaning defined above
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“Court reporter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/court%20reporter. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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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