ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Tachygraphy

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /tæˈkɪɡɹəfi/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Tachygraphy is a noun meaning The art and practice of rapid writing.

Meaning

The art and practice of rapid writing.

More Meanings

  1. (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.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include shorthand, scribblemania, typhlograph, schediasm, tick-tock, xylopyrography.

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