attorney
Translation
lawyer, solicitor, barrister
Examples
She hired an attorney to handle her case.
She hired a lawyer to handle her case.
The district attorney presented the evidence in court.
The district attorney presented the evidence in court.
Grammar Patterns
((an attorney)) a legal professional She works as an attorney.
((attorney for sb./sth.)) an attorney representing someone or something He is the attorney for the defendant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lawyer, counsel, solicitor, barrister
Etymology
From Old French 'atorné', meaning 'one appointed'. It comes from 'at-' (to) and 'tourner' (to turn), so someone who is 'turned to' for help.
Memory Tips
An attorney helps you 'turn' a legal situation in your favour.