noun

consul

consul

She works as the French consul in Boston.

She works as the French consul in Boston.

You may need to visit the consul for a visa.

You may need to visit the consul for a visa.

the ((nationality)) consul a diplomat from a specific country She is the German consul in New York.

Synonyms: diplomat, envoy

From Latin 'consul', which referred to one of the two chief magistrates of the Roman Republic.

A 'consul' gives 'counsel' (advice) to citizens abroad. Note the similar sound.

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