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Tachygraphy

/tæˈkɪɡɹəfi/ · noun

Meaning

The art and practice of rapid writing..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The art and practice of rapid writing.
  2. (historical) Stenography or shorthand as done in ancient and medieval times.

Example Sentences

Tiro, the favourite freedman of Cicero, greatly increased the number, and brought this sort of tachygraphy to its greatest perfection among the Romans.

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What does tachygraphy mean?

Tachygraphy means The art and practice of rapid writing..

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How do you use tachygraphy in a sentence?

Tiro, the favourite freedman of Cicero, greatly increased the number, and brought this sort of tachygraphy to its greatest perfection among the Romans.

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