advoyer
|ad-voy-er|
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/ædˈvɔɪər/
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/ædˈvɔɪə/
representative advocate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advoyer' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'avoyer,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'voy' meant 'see or view.'
Historical Evolution
'avoyer' transformed into the Middle English word 'advoyer,' and eventually became obsolete in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to see or view on behalf of someone,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a representative or advocate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a historical term referring to a person who acts as an advocate or representative, especially in legal or official matters.
The advoyer presented the case to the council.
Synonyms
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