attorney
word
/əˈtɝni/
uh-TUR-nee
/ɐtˈɜːni/
uh-TUR-nee
Definition
An attorney is a lawyer, especially one who is qualified to represent people in legal matters such as court cases, contracts, or official advice.
Usage & Nuances
In everyday English, 'attorney' and 'lawyer' are often close in meaning, especially in American English. 'Attorney' sounds a bit more formal and is common in titles like 'district attorney' or the phrase 'power of attorney'.
Spanish: abogadoPortuguese (BR): advogadoPortuguese (PT): advogadoChinese (Simplified): 律师Chinese (Traditional): 律師Hindi: वकीलArabic: محامٍBengali: অ্যাটর্নি - আইনজীবীRussian: адвокат - юристJapanese: 弁護士Vietnamese: luật sưKorean: 변호사Turkish: avukatUrdu: وکیلIndonesian: pengacara
Example Sentences
My attorney explained the contract to me.
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She works as an attorney in New York.
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You should talk to an attorney before signing this paper.
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I can't give legal advice, but your attorney will know what to do.
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Her attorney asked for more time to review the case.
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If they contact you again, tell them to speak to your attorney.
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