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penpusher

British  
/ ˈpɛnˌpʊʃə /

noun

  1. a person who writes a lot, esp a clerk involved with boring paperwork

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Other Word Forms

  • penpushing adjective

Example Sentences

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"That caused conjecture and huge public debate, and frankly produced an unsatisfactory situation," admitted the FA's chief penpusher.

From The Guardian • Feb. 9, 2012

He sought out Merindol, fixed the penpusher with a cold stare.

From Time Magazine Archive

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