counsel

US /ˈkaʊn.səl/
UK /ˈkaʊn.səl/
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1.

advice, especially that given formally

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He sought legal counsel before making a decision.
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The wise elder offered valuable counsel to the young leader.
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adviceguidancerecommendationsuggestiondirection
2.

a barrister or group of barristers appointed to advise and represent a party in legal matters

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The defense counsel presented a strong argument.
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She hired a new counsel for her appeal.
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lawyerattorneybarristerlegal adviser
1.

give advice to (someone) concerning a course of action

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The therapist will counsel him on managing his stress.
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Parents should counsel their children against drug abuse.
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adviseguiderecommendsuggestdirect
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counselingcounsellingmarriage counselingkeep your own counsel