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Lawyer

noun
/ˈlɔː.jər/

Meaning

a person who practices or studies law; an attorney or a counselor
A professional who practices or studies law; an attorney.

Example Sentences

She hired a lawyer to handle her case.

The lawyer presented the case confidently in court.

Example Expressions

hire a lawyer

Synonyms

attorney, advocate, counselor, barrister, solicitor
Entry 1
attorney, advocate, counselor, barrister
Entry 2
attorney, advocate, solicitor, barrister, counselor

Antonyms

client, defendant
Entry 1
client, defendant
Entry 2
client, defendant

Collocations

hire a lawyer, defense lawyer, corporate lawyer, criminal lawyer
Entry 1
hire a lawyer, defense lawyer, corporate lawyer
Entry 2
criminal lawyer, corporate lawyer, hire a lawyer, defense lawyer

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