Confidant
/ˈkɒnfɪdænt/
Definitions
- (n.) A person entrusted with private or confidential information, often used in legal contexts regarding privileged communications.
The attorney considered her client a trusted confidant for sensitive case details.
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Commentary
Use 'confidant' in legal drafting to emphasize the trust relationship underpinning privileged or confidential disclosures.
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