Meaning of 'Barrack-room lawyer'
What does the saying 'Barrack-room lawyer' mean?
Idiom: Barrack-room lawyer
Meaning:
A barrack-room lawyer is a person who gives opinions on things they are not qualified to speak about.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: Law |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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