lawyer
Translation
lawyer, attorney
Examples
You should consult a lawyer for advice.
You should consult a lawyer for advice.
She is a very successful corporate lawyer.
She is a very successful corporate lawyer.
Grammar Patterns
a lawyer ((for sb./sth.)) a legal professional representing someone or something She is a lawyer for a large tech company.
to consult a lawyer to get professional legal advice You should consult a lawyer before signing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: solicitor, barrister (UK), attorney (US), counsel
Etymology
From 'law' + the agent suffix '-yer'. Literally, a person who deals with the law.
Memory Tips
A 'law-yer' is a person ('-yer') who works with the 'law'.