bookkeeper
|book/keep/er|
B2
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/ˈbʊkˌkiːpər/
🇬🇧
/ˈbʊkˌkiːpə/
financial record keeper
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bookkeeper' originates from the English words 'book' and 'keeper', where 'book' referred to a record or ledger and 'keeper' meant someone who maintains or manages something.
Historical Evolution
'bookkeeper' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'someone who keeps records in books', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who records the financial transactions of a business or organization.
The bookkeeper ensures that all financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45