Main Entry: ¹coun·sel

Pronunciation: \ˈkau̇n(t)-səl\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English conseil, from Anglo-French cunseil, from Latin consilium, from consulere to consult

Date: 13th century

1 a : advice given especially as a result of consultation b : a policy or plan of action or behavior
2 : deliberation, consultation
3 a archaic : purpose b : guarded thoughts or intentions
4 a plural counsel (1) : a lawyer engaged in the trial or management of a case in court (2) : a lawyer appointed to advise and represent in legal matters an individual client or a corporate and especially a public body b : consultant 2