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Vocabulary Entry
esquire
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A title of respect and courtesy, often used in legal and formal contexts, historically referring to a man of higher social status or knighthood.
Example Sentences
"He was granted the title of esquire after completing his legal education."
"The letter was addressed to John Smith, Esquire."
"In historical texts, many knights were referred to as esquires."
V
verb
To act as an assistant or attendant to someone, particularly in a legal or formal context.
Example Sentences
"He was known to esquire the young lawyer during her early career."
"The assistant was asked to esquire the client in the meeting."
"As he esquires the judge, he makes sure every detail is in order."