legal eagle en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Chosen for the serendipitous alignment of rhyme and connotation (eagles are eagle-eyed and sharp).
Meanings
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(informal) A skillful and adroit attorney.
He made his reputation as a legal eagle as a prosecutor before entering private practice.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| legal eagles | Number=Plur | lexicographic |