chirographer

Meanings

• noun

  A person skilled in writing or drawing, especially in an official or formal capacity.

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Variants

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chirographer , chirographers , chirographic , chirographical , chirographies , chirography

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Etymology

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From the Greek words chirographos, from chirographein 'to write with the hand'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'chirography' can also refer to a handwritten or signed document, especially one that is legally binding.

2. In medieval Europe, chirographers were often monks who copied manuscripts by hand. Their work was considered an important part of preserving knowledge and culture.

3. The Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution are both chirographs, as they are both handwritten documents that were signed by the founding fathers.

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Related Concepts

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1. calligrapher: A person who creates decorative handwriting or lettering.

2. engraver: A person who cuts designs or inscriptions into a surface, typically using a burin or other engraving tool.

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Culture

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In ancient Greece and Rome, chirographers were scribes who recorded legal documents and official decrees. In modern times, the term is less commonly used, but it may still refer to someone who produces handwritten documents, especially calligraphers or engravers.

How to Memorize "chirographer"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person sitting at a desk, writing with a quill pen and ink. Imagine the intricate, flowing lines of calligraphy or the precise, detailed engravings that a chirographer might produce.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'chirographer' with the image of a skilled artisan, producing beautiful and intricate handwritten or engraved documents.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'chirographer' by associating it with 'hand writer' or 'hand engraver'.

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