Pettifogger

noun

/ˈpɛtɪˌfɒɡə/

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounSomeone who quibbles over trivia, and raises petty, annoying objections and sophistry.

2.nounAn unscrupulous or unethical lawyer, especially one of lesser skill.

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