counsel

The definition of counsel is advice given or an exchange of ideas or opinions.

(noun)

An example of counsel is someone going to their mother for advice.

See counsel in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a mutual exchange of ideas, opinions, etc.; discussion and deliberation
1. advice resulting from such an exchange
2. any advice
1. a lawyer or group of lawyers giving advice about legal matters and representing clients in court
2. anyone whose advice is sought; consultant
Archaic intention or resolution; purpose
Archaic wisdom or judgment
Obsolete a confidential idea, plan, etc.; secret

Origin: ME & OFr counseil < L consilium (for base see consult); confused in ME with council

intransitive verb

to give or take advice

See counsel in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The act of exchanging opinions and ideas; consultation.
Advice or guidance, especially as solicited from a knowledgeable person. See Synonyms at advice.
A plan of action.
Private, guarded thoughts or opinions: keep one's own counsel.
A lawyer or group of lawyers giving legal advice and especially conducting a case in court.

verb coun·seled or coun·selled, coun·sel·ing or coun·sel·ling, coun·sels

verb, transitive