Synonyms for lawyer

Grammar : Noun

Spell : law-yer, loi-er

Phonetic Transcription : ˈlɔ yər, ˈlɔɪ ər

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Définition of lawyer

Origin : late 14c. (mid-14c. as a surname), from Middle English lawe "law" (see law) + -iere. Spelling with -y- first attested 1610s (see -yer).

noun person who is trained to counsel or argue in cases of law

Example sentences :

"I shall not interfere with that arrangement," said the lawyer, misunderstanding his object.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

"I shall not call upon you to do that," said the lawyer, kindly.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

"Certainly, Robert," was the reply, but the lawyer's manner showed some surprise.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

The lawyer listened with surprise to the story Robert had to tell.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

That evening, the lawyer called at the house of the superintendent.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

"I can't quite agree with you there," said the lawyer, quietly.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

"In spite of all that, it may be true enough," returned the lawyer, composedly.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

The lawyer left them at the next station to wait for a train back to Butte.
Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson

They only thought a lawyer could help them--but I'm far too busy--of course I decline.
Extract from : « Viviette » by William J. Locke

Mabel's lawyer has won the most difficult case he ever fought for.
Extract from : « Grace Harlowe's Return to Overton Campus » by Jessie Graham Flower

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