esquire
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Noun — A title placed after a lawyer's name in the US, often abbreviated "Esq."
How to use esquire
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Largely archaic in everyday British English; in the US it survives specifically as a courtesy title for attorneys.
Etymology
From Old French escuier, "shield-bearer," from Latin scutum, "shield" — the same root that gives us "escutcheon."
Full origin of esquire →Frequently asked questions
What does “esquire” mean?
The word “esquire” means a title placed after a lawyer's name in the US, often abbreviated "Esq.". In plain terms, a polite or formal title, now mostly used after American lawyers' names.
How do you pronounce “esquire”?
“Esquire” is pronounced ih-SKWEYE-uh (/ˈɛskwaɪɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “esquire” in a sentence?
Here is “esquire” used in a sentence: “The letter was addressed to John Carter, Esquire.”
What part of speech is “esquire”?
“Esquire” is a noun.
Where does the word “esquire” come from?
The word “esquire” comes from Latin. From Old French escuier, "shield-bearer," from Latin scutum, "shield" — the same root that gives us "escutcheon.".
How many meanings does “esquire” have?
“Esquire” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a title placed after a lawyer's name in the US, often abbreviated "Esq.".