Difference between Scribe and Copyist

Scribe

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To write. To record. To write or draw with a scribe.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: One who writes; a draughtsman; a writer for another; especially, an official or public writer; an amanuensis or secretary; a notary; a copyist. A writer and doctor of the law; one skilled in the law and traditions; one who read and explained the law to the people. A very sharp, steel drawing implement used in engraving and etching, a scriber. A writer, especially a journalist.

Copyist

Part of speech: noun

Definition: a person who makes written copies of manuscripts; a scrivener or scribe