Receptionist
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈsɛp.ʃə.nɪst/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Receptionist is a noun meaning An employee (such as a secretary) who works in reception (receiving visitors and/or calls) for a person or business, especially an office.
Meaning
An employee (such as a secretary) who works in reception (receiving visitors and/or calls) for a person or business, especially an office.
More Meanings
- (theology) A proponent of receptionism.
Example Sentences
"At the moment, I think I'm working for the Central Intelligence Corporation, the Mafia, and Mr. Lee's Greater Hong Kong." "I see," the receptionist, making a note.
Word Forms
- receptionists
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include secretary, assistant, operator, receipt, receiving, reception.
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