counsel: Meaning and Definition of

coun•sel

1. advice; opinion or instruction given in directing the judgment or conduct of another.
2. interchange of opinions as to future procedure; consultation; deliberation.
3. the advocate or advocates engaged in the direction of a cause in court; a legal adviser or counselor: Is counsel for the defense present?
4. deliberate purpose; plan; design.
5. one of the advisory declarations of Christ, considered by some Christians as not universally binding but as given for aid in attaining moral perfection.
6. a private or secret opinion or purpose.
7. wisdom; prudence.
8. to conceal one's ideas or opinions; keep silent.
9. to ask for or exchange advice, ideas, or opinions; deliberate; consult.

1. to give advice to; advise.
2. to urge the adoption of, as a course of action; recommend (a plan, policy, etc.): He counseled patience during the crisis.

1. to give counsel or advice.
2. to get or take counsel or advice.