n. 1. A person who gives counsel; an adviser. 2. An attorney, especially a trial lawyer. 3. A person who supervises children at a summer camp. 4. A person, especially a licensed professional, who treats people with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and problems. See Usage Note at council. counse·lor·ship′ n. |
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