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penman
This term carries a nostalgic, artisanal quality, evoking an era when handwriting was a specialized craft rather than a basic utility. It suggests a level of precision and aesthetic discipline, often associated with formal documents, diplomas, or historical archives.
When used to describe a journalist, the word implies a certain literary flair or a traditional approach to the craft of writing. It is far less common in modern digital contexts and typically appears in historical narratives or when emphasizing the physical act of writing with a pen.
Meanings
Examples
The royal court employed a skilled penman to transcribe the decrees.
He was a penman of great renown in the early days of the city newspaper.
I wish I had the steady hand of a professional penman.
The old man was a penman by trade and spent his days copying manuscripts.
As a seasoned penman, he knew exactly how to frame the headline for maximum impact.
Look at this script; only a master penman could produce such elegant curves.
The young clerk aspired to become a penman for the prestigious legal firm.
He considers himself a penman of the old school, preferring ink and parchment over a keyboard.