De advocaat
Example: De advocaat verdedigt zijn cliënt met veel overtuiging.
Definition
"De advocaat" is a legal professional who represents and defends clients in court, providing legal advice and advocacy to protect their rights and interests during legal proceedings.
Etymology
The term "de advocaat" originates from the Latin word 'advocatus,' meaning 'one called to aid.' It reflects the role of a lawyer as someone summoned to assist or represent another in legal matters. Did you know this word emphasizes the supportive role of a lawyer in court?
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"De advocaat" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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