counsel

Signification

Noun

1. The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
2. Exercise of judgment; prudence.
3. Advice; guidance.
4. Deliberate purpose; design; intent; scheme; plan.
5. A lawyer, as in King's Counsel (KC) or Queen's Counsel (QC).

Verb

1. To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).
2. To recommend (a course of action).

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˈkaʊn.səl/

Étymologie

From Middle English counseil, conseil, from Old French conseil, from Latin cōnsilium; akin to cōnsulō (“take counsel, consult”).