Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bar-examination
noun
/bɑːr ˌɛksɪˈmeɪʃən/
Definition
A test administered to determine if a candidate is qualified to practice law.
Examples
- She studied diligently for the bar examination to ensure she would pass on her first attempt.
- After passing the bar examination, he was officially able to represent clients in court.
- Many law schools offer review courses specifically for the bar examination to help students prepare.
Meaning
The bar examination is a legal test that aspiring lawyers must pass in order to gain a license to practice law in a specific jurisdiction.
Synonyms
- legal examination
- law exam
- bar test
