lawyer

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈlɔːjə(ɹ)/]

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1. lawyer (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A professional person with a graduate law degree that qualifies for legal work (such as Juris Doctor)

2. lawyer (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A professional person qualified (as by a law degree or bar exam) and authorized to practice law as an attorney-at-law, solicitor, advocate, barrister or equivalent, i.e. represent parties in lawsuits or trials and give legal advice.

Example: A lawyer's time and advice are his stock in trade. [one of various versions of an aphorism in law]

3. lawyer (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A legal layman who argues points of law.

4. lawyer (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To practice law.

5. lawyer (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To perform, or attempt to perform, the work of a lawyer.

6. lawyer (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To make legalistic arguments.

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