barrister

UK
/ˈbær.ɪ.stə/
US
/ˈbɛr.ɪ.stɚ/

Translations

barristernoun
barristers
pl
UK
/ˈbær.ɪ.stə/
US
/ˈbɛr.ɪ.stɚ/
The barrister presented a strong case in court.
Адвокат представил сильное дело в суде.
barristeradjective
UK
/ˈbær.ɪ.stə/
US
/ˈbær.ɪ.stɚ/
Used attributively to modify nouns, indicating relation to barristers or their work.

Definitions

barristernoun
A type of lawyer in common law jurisdictions who specializes in courtroom advocacy, drafting legal pleadings, and giving expert legal opinions.
The barrister presented a compelling argument in defense of his client.
A member of the legal profession who has been called to the bar and is qualified to plead cases in higher courts.
After years of study, she finally became a barrister and was able to represent clients in the High Court.
barristeradjective
Relating to barristers or the profession of a barrister.
He ordered a barrister wig from a specialist legal outfitter.