01 n. A substitute; a proxy; an agent.
pl.
Attorneys
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1.
A substitute; a proxy; an agent.[Obs.]“And will have no attorney but myself.” — Shak.
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2.
One who is legally appointed by another to transact any business for him; an attorney in fact.(Law)
Phrases & compounds
A power of attorney —
a written authority from one person empowering another to transact business for him.