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attorney

Meaning in simple English

US /əˈtɝni/ · UK /əˈtɜːni/

attorney means: A person whose job is to give legal advice and represent people in legal matters.

noun

LAWYERB2

A person whose job is to give legal advice and represent people in legal matters.

  • She hired an attorney.
  • His attorney advised him to remain silent.
  • The attorneys met before the trial.

Similar words: lawyer

Common phrases: hire an attorney, defense attorney, attorney for someone

AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVEC1

Someone officially allowed to act for another person.

  • She appointed her son as her attorney.
  • The attorney signed the documents on his behalf.
  • Your attorney can manage your affairs while you are abroad.

Similar words: agent, representative, proxy

Common phrases: appointed attorney, act as attorney, attorney for someone

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