consultant

noun

con·​sul·​tant kən-ˈsəl-tᵊnt How to pronounce consultant (audio)
Synonyms of consultantnext
1
: one who consults another
2
: one who gives professional advice or services : expert
consultantship
kən-ˈsəl-tᵊnt-ˌship How to pronounce consultant (audio)
noun

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They've hired a computer consultant to assess how the company can upgrade its system. a consultant in public relations to a number of large corporations
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But there are some key steps to take and signs to look for to protect yourself, according to tech consultants and law-enforcement experts. — Ella Moore july 2, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 As part of this transition, Teni Melidonian will be leaving her full-time role with the Academy and will provide guidance as a consultant for the next year. — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 2 July 2026 That opacity is another part of the appeal, corporate political consultants said. — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 3 July 2026 Wondr Health, which provides GLP-1s via employers, named Patti Rittling head of broker and consultant relations. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for consultant

Word History

First Known Use

1697, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of consultant was in 1697

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consultant

noun
con·​sult·​ant
kən-ˈsəlt-ᵊnt
1
: a person who consults another
2
: a person who gives professional advice or services

Medical Definition

consultant

noun
con·​sul·​tant kən-ˈsəlt-ᵊnt How to pronounce consultant (audio)
: one (as a physician, surgeon, or psychologist) called in for professional advice or services

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