clients
Translation
clients, customers
Examples
The lawyer met with her new clients.
The lawyer met with her new clients.
Our company serves clients all over the world.
Our company serves clients all over the world.
Grammar Patterns
clients of (sb./sth.) people who use the services of (sb./sth.) They are clients of a top law firm.
Similar Words
Synonyms: customers, patrons, consumers
Etymology
From Latin 'cliens', meaning 'follower' or 'dependent'. It relates to someone who 'inclines' on a professional for a service.
Memory Tips
Think of a professional, like a lawyer or designer, who has many 'clients' they provide a service to. 'Clients' is the plural form.