esquire — A title of respect for a man, especially a lawyer or landowner
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A title of respect for a man, especially a lawyer or landowner
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈskwaɪər/
Korean meaning: 남성에 대한 존칭, 특히 변호사나 지주에 대한 호칭
Korean pronunciation: 이**스콰**이어
Example Sentences
- The invitation was addressed to 'Robert Johnson, Esquire' because he's a fancy lawyer.
- In medieval times, an esquire would carry his knight's shield and probably complain about the weight.
- Please send the legal documents to Mr. Williams, Esquire.
esquire
NOUN//ɪˈskwaɪər//
A title of respect for a man, especially a lawyer or landowner
A title of respect for a man, especially a lawyer or landowner
What an esquire does require is to inspire!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
중세 시대 방패를 들고 기사를 따라다니던 젊은 귀족들을 가리키던 말에서 유래되어, 현재는 신사에 대한 존칭으로 사용됩니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The invitation was addressed to 'Robert Johnson, Esquire' because he's a fancy lawyer.”
“In medieval times, an esquire would carry his knight's shield and probably complain about the weight.”
“Please send the legal documents to Mr. Williams, Esquire.”
“The country esquire spent his days managing his estate and perfecting his golf swing.”
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