L'avocat (en. The lawyer)

/la.vo.kɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Definition: A lawyer is a legal professional who represents and defends clients in court.

Example Sentence: My lawyer advised me not to testify.

Mon avocat m'a conseillé de ne pas témoigner.

Definition: A lawyer is also an edible fruit, green and creamy, often used in salads and Mexican dishes.

Example Sentence: I love having avocado toast for breakfast.

J'adore manger des toasts à l'avocat au petit-déjeuner.

Etymology/Origin: The word comes from the Latin 'advocatus', which means 'called to' or 'appointed for a defense'.

Common Phrase: devil's advocate

Common Phrase Meaning: A person who defends an unpopular opinion or idea, often to provoke thought.

avocat du diable

Common Phrase: to do the work of a lawyer

Common Phrase Meaning: To act as a legal representative, even without formal training.

faire le travail d'avocat

Related Word: justice

Related Word Description: Concept of rights and fairness in a society.

justice

Related Word: law

Related Word Description: System of rules that govern a society.

droit

Related Word: judge

Related Word Description: Official who administers justice in a court.

juge

Slang Meaning: A lawyer

Slang Example: He's a real sidewalk lawyer.

C'est un vrai avocat à la sauvette.

Slang Meaning: An expert in argumentation

Slang Example: He speaks so well, he's a lawyer at heart.

Il parle tellement bien, c'est un avocat dans l'âme.