clerk
Translation
clerk, sales associate, office worker, receptionist
Examples
The clerk at the store was very helpful.
The clerk at the store was very helpful.
He works as an office clerk.
He works as an office clerk.
The hotel clerk gave us our room key.
The hotel clerk gave us our room key.
Grammar Patterns
a/an/the clerk ((at/in a place)) a person who works in an office, bank, or store The clerk at the store was helpful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assistant, employee, receptionist, sales associate
Etymology
From Latin 'clericus' (clergyman), because in the Middle Ages, clergy were often the only literate people and served as scribes.
Memory Tips
Imagine a person who 'clicks' the keys on a cash register or computer all day.