Lawyerdom

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The realm or sphere of lawyers. uncountable

    "Through all the grades of "lawyerdom," from that of a simple copyist of deeds up to the satisfactory condition of a legal "limb," in verity, with an extensive practice, I had passed, and had finally come into the enjoyment, whether merited or not, of a handsome reputation as an advocate."

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"Through all the grades of "lawyerdom," from that of a simple copyist of deeds up to the satisfactory condition of a legal "limb," in verity, with an extensive practice, I had passed, and had finally come into the enjoyment, whether merited or not, of a handsome reputation as an advocate."

Etymology

From lawyer + -dom.

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