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receptionist

[ ri-sep-shuh-nist ]

noun

  1. a person employed to receive and assist callers, clients, etc., as in an office.
  2. Theology. a person who advocates receptionism.


receptionist

/ ɪˈɛʃəɪ /

noun

  1. a person employed in an office, hotel, doctor's surgery, etc, to receive clients, guests, or patients, answer the telephone, arrange appointments, etc
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of receptionist1

First recorded in 1865–70; reception + -ist
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His partner Mihaela Matei worked as a receptionist for the business and was an "essential connection between clients and the women", the court heard.

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"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."

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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".

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"We have an urgent matter to discuss in person," the receptionist said.

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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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