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receptionist
[ ri-sep-shuh-nist ]
noun
- a person employed to receive and assist callers, clients, etc., as in an office.
- Theology. a person who advocates receptionism.
receptionist
/ ɪˈɛʃəɪ /
noun
- a person employed in an office, hotel, doctor's surgery, etc, to receive clients, guests, or patients, answer the telephone, arrange appointments, etc
Word History and Origins
Origin of receptionist1
Example Sentences
His partner Mihaela Matei worked as a receptionist for the business and was an "essential connection between clients and the women", the court heard.
"Whereas one salon customer needs attention from the receptionist, the apprentice for hair-washing, and the stylist in that same hour and we can only claim VAT back on a tube of hair colour."
One receptionist role asks for candidates to be "at least 160cm tall and aesthetically pleasing", while an administrative job demands "an appealing look and an elegant presence".
"We have an urgent matter to discuss in person," the receptionist said.
Five people have been charged over his death, including the singer's friend Roger Nores, the hotel's manager, and a receptionist – who were all accused of manslaughter.
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