lawyer's
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/ˈlɔːjərz/
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/ˈlɔːjəz/
(lawyer)
legal professional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lawyer' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lawier', where 'law' meant 'legal system' and '-yer' was a suffix indicating a person involved in a particular activity.
Historical Evolution
'lawier' transformed into the modern English word 'lawyer' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who practices or studies law', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'lawyer', indicating something that belongs to or is associated with a lawyer.
The lawyer's office was filled with legal books.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41