Definition of counsel
- n. - Interchange of opinions; mutual advising; consultation.
- n. - Examination of consequences; exercise of deliberate
judgment; prudence.
- n. - Result of consultation; advice; instruction.
- n. - Deliberate purpose; design; intent; scheme; plan.
- n. - A secret opinion or purpose; a private matter.
- n. - One who gives advice, especially in legal matters; one
professionally engaged in the trial or management of a cause in court;
also, collectively, the legal advocates united in the management of a
case; as, the defendant has able counsel.
- v. t. - To give advice to; to advice, admonish, or instruct, as
a person.
- v. t. - To advise or recommend, as an act or course.