solicitor
/sə'lisitə/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A British lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents: In the legal system of England and Wales, a solicitor is a qualified legal professional who advises clients, prepares legal documents, and may represent them in lower courts. They typically handle the initial stages of legal matters.
- A petitioner who solicits contributions, trade, or votes: A person who asks for or seeks something earnestly or persistently, such as donations, business, or political support.
Examples of Usage
- Noun (Legal Professional):
- We need to consult a solicitor about drafting the contract.
- The solicitor provided excellent advice on property law.
- Noun (Petitioner):
- A charity solicitor knocked on the door asking for donations.
- Political solicitors were active in the town square before the election.
Advanced Usage
- "to be admitted as a solicitor": to be formally qualified and authorized to practice as a solicitor.
- After completing her training contract, she was admitted as a solicitor.
- "firm of solicitors": a business partnership or company of solicitors.
- He works for a large firm of solicitors in London.
Variants and Related Words
- Solicit (verb): To ask for or try to obtain something from someone.
- The organization solicits funds for medical research.
- Solicitation (noun): The act of asking for or trying to obtain something; a request.
- The solicitation of votes is prohibited in this area.
Synonyms
- Legal Professional Sense: Lawyer, legal advisor, attorney (in specific contexts).
- Petitioner Sense: Campaigner, canvasser, fundraiser, petitioner.
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)
- Solicit for: To ask or seek something, typically support or contributions.
- The candidate solicited for votes in the rural constituency.
Related Idioms
Noun
- a British lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents
- a petitioner who solicits contributions or trade or votes