English · Family & People
lawyer
/ˈlɔɪ.ər/
[/ˈlɔɪ.ər/]
attorney, solicitor
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A lawyer is a person whose job is to advise people about the law and represent them in court.
Example
The family hired a lawyer to help them understand the complicated contract before signing anything.
The family hired a lawyer to help them understand the complicated contract before signing anything.
Etymology
From Middle English 'lawer', from 'law' plus the agent suffix '-yer'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used generally for legal professionals; specific roles vary by country (attorney, solicitor, barrister).