early 13c., from Old French counseil (10c.) "advice, counsel; deliberation, thought," from Latin consilium "plan, opinion" (see consultation). As a synonym for "lawyer," first attested late 14c.
counsel (v.)
late 13c., from Old French conseiller "to advise, counsel," from Latin consiliari, from consilium "plan, opinion" (see counsel (n.)). Related: Counseled. Counseling "giving professional advice on social or psychological problems" dates from 1940.
counsel 双语例句
1. The defence counsel warned that the judge should stop the trial.
被告辩护律师强烈建议法官应该休庭。
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2. It is wise to seek help and counsel as soon as possible.
尽快寻求帮助和建议乃明智之举。
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3. Singleton's counsel said after the trial that he would appeal.
审判结束后，辛格尔顿的律师表示他将会上诉。
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4. Guscott rarely speaks out, preferring to keep his own counsel.
古斯科特很少发表意见，他更喜欢把自己的看法埋在心里。
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5. The prime minister was right to counsel caution about military intervention.