Pleader: meaning, definitions and examples

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pleader

 

[ ˈpliːdər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

law

A pleader is a person who argues a case on behalf of another in a court of law.

Synonyms

advocate, attorney, lawyer

Examples of usage

  • The pleader presented a compelling argument in court.
  • The defense pleader cross-examined the witness.
  • The pleader submitted the evidence to the judge.
Context #2 | Noun

obsolete

In archaic usage, a pleader referred to someone who implores or entreats fervently.

Synonyms

beggar, supplicant

Examples of usage

  • The pleader begged for mercy from the king.
  • The young pleader pleaded for forgiveness.

Translations

Translations of the word "pleader" in other languages:

🇵🇹 advogado

🇮🇳 वकील

🇩🇪 Anwalt

🇮🇩 pengacara

🇺🇦 адвокат

🇵🇱 adwokat

🇯🇵 弁護士

🇫🇷 avocat

🇪🇸 abogado

🇹🇷 avukat

🇰🇷 변호사

🇸🇦 محام

🇨🇿 advokát

🇸🇰 advokát

🇨🇳 律师

🇸🇮 odvetnik

🇮🇸 lögmaður

🇰🇿 адвокат

🇬🇪 ადვოკატი

🇦🇿 vəkil

🇲🇽 abogado

Word origin

The term 'pleader' originated from Middle English 'pleder' and Old French 'pledier', both of which have roots in the Latin word 'plēdere', meaning 'to litigate'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to legal representatives arguing cases in courts. The concept of pleading dates back to ancient legal systems where individuals would present their case before a judge or jury.

See also: pleading.