Counsel
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noun


(1)   Something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
(2)   A lawyer who pleads cases in court

verb


(3)   Give advice to
"The teacher counsels troubled students"
"The lawyer counselled me when I was accused of tax fraud"
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Etymology


, from , from ; akin to .

Noun



  1. The exchange of opinions and advice; consultation
  2. Advice or guidance so given
  3. A lawyer, as in Queen's Counsel (QC)

Verb



  1. To give advice, especially professional advice.
    The lawyer counselled his client to remain silent.
    Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals counsel clients.
  2. To recommend

Related terms


  • counselable / counsellable

  • counseling / counselling

 
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