English dictionary
barrister
/'b/&/r/I/st/@/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a British or Canadian lawyer who speaks in the higher courts of law on behalf of either the defense or prosecution
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Counselor at law; a counsel admitted to plead at the bar, and undertake the public trial of causes, as distinguished from an attorney or solicitor. See <u>Attorney</u>.
Source: webster1913