"barrister" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈbærɪstɚ/ Audio: EN-AU ck1 barrister.ogg [Australia] Forms: barrister [singular], barristers [plural]
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  1. A barrister is a lawyer in some countries, such as the UK, who specializes in arguing cases in court. Synonyms: lawyer, solicitor
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