De advocaat
Example: De advocaat hielp me met mijn juridische problemen.
Definition
"De advocaat" refers to a legal professional who provides advice, represents clients, and defends their rights in legal matters. An advocate plays a crucial role in navigating the justice system and ensuring fair treatment under the law.
Etymology
The term "de advocaat" originates from the Latin word 'advocatus,' meaning 'one called to aid.' Over time, it evolved in Dutch to denote a legal expert who supports and represents others in court. Did you know? The word literally means 'one who is called to help.'
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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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