avocat
French → English
(profession) Lawyer: a professional qualified to offer legal advice and represent clients
L'avocat de la défense a plaidé l'innocence de son client ce matin.
(English) The defense lawyer pleaded his client's innocence this morning.
Il faut consulter un avocat avant de signer ce contrat commercial complexe.
(English) A lawyer must be consulted before signing this complex commercial contract.
(figurative) Advocate: a person who supports or speaks on behalf of another
Il a été le meilleur avocat des droits des enfants dans cette région.
(English) He was the best advocate for children's rights in this region.
Je serai votre avocat auprès du directeur pour expliquer votre situation.
(English) I will be your advocate with the director to explain your situation.
Entry ID: fr:en:avocat · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary