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scorekeeper

American  
[skawr-kee-per, skohr-] / ˈskɔrˌki pər, ˈskoʊr- /

noun

  1. an official of a sports contest who keeps record of the score.


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Etymology

Origin of scorekeeper

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80; score + keeper


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Broadcasters credited “McCoy” with several baskets and apparently the scorekeeper couldn’t keep track either.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026

“I don’t know if they have Brooks Robinson as a scorekeeper here or what.”

From Washington Times ● Oct. 5, 2023

The report by the nonpartisan budget scorekeeper could put pressure on a divided Congress to reach a deal to increase, or at least suspend, the debt limit before adjourning for the annual August recess.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 15, 2023

Midway through the game, the scorekeeper stopped counting.

From New York Times ● Feb. 8, 2023

The scorekeeper maintains a stern face, disqualifies the shooter.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli

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