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Meaning of the word barrister in English

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barrister

US /ˈber.ə.stɚ/

UK /ˈbær.ɪ.stər/

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Noun

a lawyer in England and Wales who has the right to argue cases in the higher courts

Example:

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The barrister presented a strong case to the jury.

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She decided to become a barrister after studying law.

Synonym:

counsel advocate lawyer

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