lawyer

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈlɔɪ.ə(ɹ)/
/ˈlɔ.jɚ/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A professional person qualified (as by a law degree or bar exam) and authorized to practice law, i.e. represent parties in lawsuits or trials and give legal advice.

Example Sentences
  • A lawyer's time and advice are his stock in trade. - aphorism often credited to Abraham Lincoln, but without attestation
2 Definition

(by extension) A legal layman who argues points of law.

3 Definition

The burbot.

4 Definition

The stem of a bramble.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To practice law.

2 Definition

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

3 Definition

To make legalistic arguments.

4 Definition

To barrage (a person) with questions in order to get them to admit something.

Example Sentences
  • You've been lawyered!