Meaning of the word clerk in English

What does clerk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

clerk

US /klɝːk/
UK /klɝːk/
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Noun

1.

a person employed in an office or bank to keep records or accounts and to undertake other administrative duties

Example:
The bank clerk helped me open a new account.
She works as a legal clerk at a law firm.
2.

a person who works in a store, assisting customers and handling sales

Example:
The shop clerk helped me find the right size.
She worked as a sales clerk during the summer.

Verb

1.

to work as a clerk; to perform clerical duties

Example:
He used to clerk for a judge before becoming a lawyer.
She will clerk at the front desk during the busy season.
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