Pronunciation: /ˈklɛrɪkəl/
noun a person who works in an office, especially doing administrative work
A1 The clerical helped organize paperwork in the office.
A2 The new clerical was responsible for answering phones and scheduling appointments.
B1 The clerical staff are essential for keeping the office running smoothly.
B2 The clerical department handles all administrative tasks for the company.
C1 The clerical team is highly efficient and ensures all documents are filed correctly.
C2 The clerical supervisor oversees a team of administrators and ensures all tasks are completed on time.
adjective relating to clerks or office work
formal The clerical staff is responsible for managing administrative tasks in the office.
informal The clerical workers handle all the paperwork around here.
slang I'm just a clerical peon in this big corporate machine.
figurative Her mind was like a cluttered clerical desk, full of unfinished thoughts and ideas.
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