punctator

== Translingual == === Etymology === (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) === Noun === punctator m (taxonomy) Used attributively as a specific epithet; that marks with dots. === See also === punctatrix f == English == === Noun === punctator (plural punctators) One who marks with points, especially in writing Hebrew. An official charged with keeping track of attendance at religious services. A secretary for a choir who copied music and often pointed to the correct note during practice. One who punctuates. ==== See also ==== Masorete punctuator