Meaning of the word transcribe in English

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transcribe

US /trænˈskraɪb/

UK /trænˈskraɪb/

to put thoughts, speech, or data into written or printed form

Example:

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The secretary was asked to transcribe the meeting minutes.

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It's difficult to transcribe spoken language accurately.

Synonym:

write down copy record note down put in writing

to arrange (music) for a different instrument or group of instruments

Example:

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The composer decided to transcribe the orchestral piece for a piano trio.

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Many classical pieces have been transcribed for guitar.

Synonym:

arrange adapt score

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