[English] The Oxford 3000 Most Important Words
Lawyer Leading Criminal Noun Bre ˈlɔɪə(R ˈlɔɪər District
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lawyer |
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(noun) |
| Phonetic |
BrE / ˈlɔɪə(r) / NAmE / ˈlɔɪər / |
| Example |
- district attorney.
- counsel for the prosecution.
- solicitor general.
- a leading human rights lawyer took on his case.
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lawyer(noun)BrE / ˈlɔɪə(r) / NAmE / ˈlɔɪər / - a person who is trained and qualified to advise people about the law and to represent them in court, and to write legal documents
- district attorney.
- counsel for the prosecution.
- Solicitor General.
Extra Examples- A leading human rights lawyer took on his case.
- He brought in a hot-shot criminal defense lawyer who secured a not guilty verdict.
- He was a trial lawyer for many years.
- a top criminal defence lawyer
- Corporate lawyers managed to delay the case coming to court.
- He was among the leading international lawyers of his generation.
- Lawyers for the families said they were pleased with the decision.
- She has built a reputation as a top criminal lawyer.
- You would be wise to consult a lawyer.
- You’ll be hearing from my lawyer.
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