typing pool

A historical term referring to a group of typists, usually in an office or business setting, who were available to type documents, letters, and other materials as needed. This practice was common before the widespread use of personal computers.

• 🇪🇸Término histórico que designa a un grupo de mecanógrafos, generalmente en una oficina o entorno empresarial, disponibles para escribir documentos, cartas y otros materiales según se necesitara. Esta práctica fue común hasta la difusión generalizada de los ordenadores personales.

1. Group of typists B2 formal british

   A group of typists, typically in an office, who share the work of typing documents.

   • She worked in the typing pool at the insurance company.
   • The typing pool was responsible for all the company's correspondence.
   • With the advent of computers, the typing pool became obsolete.

   🇪🇸grupo de mecanógrafos