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sergeant-at-law

 

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Noun sergeant-at-law has 1 sense
  1. serjeant-at-law, serjeant, sergeant-at-law, sergeant - an English barrister of the highest rank
    --1 is a kind of barrister

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Sergeant-at-Law

Description:

A sergeant-at-law is a senior lawyer in England and Wales, historically appointed by the monarch and serving as a prominent advocate in the higher courts.

Usage:

Noun:

1. In medieval times, a sergeant-at-law was a legal professional with extensive knowledge and experience in the law.

Example sentence: The sergeant-at-law delivered a persuasive argument in court.

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2. Today, the title of sergeant-at-law is purely ceremonial and no longer exists as a practicing legal profession.

Example sentence: The honorary title of sergeant-at-law was bestowed upon the retiring judge.

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Adjective:

1. The sergeant-at-law ceremony is an esteemed event in the legal community.

Example sentence: The newly appointed judge was invited to attend the sergeant-at-law ceremony.

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