The term "re-corder" refers to a device or tool used to capture and record information or data. Several synonyms for this word include recorder, documenter, scribe, notary, registrar, chronicler, and logkeeper. Each of these words refers to a slightly different type of recording activity. For instance, a registrar is someone who records and maintains official documents, while a chronicler is someone who keeps a detailed historical record of events. A scribe, on the other hand, may refer to someone who transcribes written documents or records verbal conversations. Regardless of the specific synonym used, all refer to the act of documenting information in some way.