English word consultant comes from Latin consulo, Latin consultum, Latin -sulere, Latin com-, Latin -to (Forms frequentative verbs from existing verbs.)
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
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consulo | Latin (lat) | (ambitransitive, followed by the accusative or with de) I reflect upon, deliberate over, think (something) over.. (intransitive) I reflect, take thought, think things over.. (intransitive, followed by the dative) I am mindful of, pay attention to (someone's safety, life; dignity, reputation, etc.). (intransitive, followed by the dative) I look after the interests of, take care of (someone).. [...] |
consultum | Latin (lat) | A decree, decision, resolution, plan, action taken, or measure adopted. A response by an oracle to the consultation or inquiry of a deity. |
-sulere | Latin (lat) | |
com- | Latin (lat) | |
-to | Latin (lat) | Forms frequentative verbs from existing verbs. |
consulto | Latin (lat) | (with dative) I take care.. I consider, reflect.. I consult, deliberate, ask counsel of. |
consulter | French (fr) | To consult. To refer to. |
consultant | French (fr) | Consultant Consulting. |
consultant | English (en) | A person or party that is consulted.. A person whose occupation is to be consulted for their expertise, advice, or help in an area or specialty. Alternatively, a party whose business is to be similarly consulted. |