barrister barrister /ˈbɛrɪstɝ/

noun

1. [Canadian, British] (law) A lawyer who speaks in the higher courts of law on behalf of either the defence or prosecution  ( barrister [Canadian, British] )
   (law) A lawyer who speaks in the higher courts of law on behalf of either the defence or prosecution
    The barrister presented a compelling argument in the courtroom, defending his client's rights.
   The barrister presented a compelling argument in the courtroom, defending his client's rights.