Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

rules lawyer

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.52 in modern English

Syllables
rules lawyer
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
11
Letters
1
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Someone who attempts to take advantage of a given set of rules, usually by using an overly-literal interpretation that is contrary to their intent, or by selectively choosing which rules take precedence in a given situation.

Derogatory; Slang

verb

To behave as a rules lawyer.

Derogatory; Intransitive verb; Slang

Usage

Inflected Forms

rules lawyers (plural) rules lawyers (present, singular) rules lawyering (participle, present) rules lawyered (participle, past) rules lawyered (past) rules-lawyer (alternative)

Phrases

barracks lawyer sea lawyer

Frequently Paired Words

barracks lawyer sea lawyer

Questions

What does rules lawyer mean?
Someone who attempts to take advantage of a given set of rules, usually by using an overly-literal interpretation that is contrary to their intent, or by selectively choosing which rules take precedence in a given situation.

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