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abogado

|a-bo-ga-do|

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/ˌæbəˈɡɑːdoʊ/

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/ˌæbəˈɡɑːdəʊ/

legal advocate

Etymology
Etymology Information

'abogado' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'abogado', where 'abogar' meant 'to plead or advocate'.

Historical Evolution

'abogado' changed from the Latin word 'advocatus' and eventually became the modern Spanish word 'abogado'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who is called to aid another', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lawyer'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a lawyer or attorney, especially in Spanish-speaking countries.

The abogado helped his client with the legal proceedings.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/04 04:06