Esquire
noun
A title of respect given to a lawyer in the United States, often abbreviated as 'Esq.' after their name.
John Smith, Esq. is representing me in this case.
Usage tips
Formal
legal representative, esteemed counsel, practicing attorney
noun
A historical title used in England for a man of gentle birth or an estate holder.
He was born an esquire, inheriting the family estate.
Usage tips
Formal
gentleman status, title of nobility, landowner
noun
A title of respect given to a lawyer in the United States, often abbreviated as 'Esq.' after their name.
John Smith, Esq. is representing me in this case.
Usage tips
Formal
legal representative, esteemed counsel, practicing attorney
noun
A historical title used in England for a man of gentle birth or an estate holder.
He was born an esquire, inheriting the family estate.
Usage tips
Formal
gentleman status, title of nobility, landowner
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Usage in Formal Contexts
The title 'esquire' is typically used in written communication, such as legal documents or addresses.
Please address lawyers as 'Esquire' in formal letters.
Pro Tip 2/3Respectful Address
Using 'esquire' when referring to a lawyer shows professionalism and respect.
It is appropriate to use 'esquire' in legal settings.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Context
The use of 'esquire' may vary in different countries; it's more common in the U.S. and has historical ties to England.
In the U.K., 'esquire' may not always indicate a lawyer.
Pro Tip 1/3Usage in Formal Contexts
The title 'esquire' is typically used in written communication, such as legal documents or addresses.
Please address lawyers as 'Esquire' in formal letters.
Pro Tip 2/3Respectful Address
Using 'esquire' when referring to a lawyer shows professionalism and respect.
It is appropriate to use 'esquire' in legal settings.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Context
The use of 'esquire' may vary in different countries; it's more common in the U.S. and has historical ties to England.
In the U.K., 'esquire' may not always indicate a lawyer.
Pro Tip 1/3Usage in Formal Contexts
The title 'esquire' is typically used in written communication, such as legal documents or addresses.
Please address lawyers as 'Esquire' in formal letters.
Pro Tip 2/3Respectful Address
Using 'esquire' when referring to a lawyer shows professionalism and respect.
It is appropriate to use 'esquire' in legal settings.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Context
The use of 'esquire' may vary in different countries; it's more common in the U.S. and has historical ties to England.
In the U.K., 'esquire' may not always indicate a lawyer.
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