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/kənˈsʌltɪŋ/ · con.sult.ing
verb
  1. To seek the opinion or advice of another; to take counsel; to deliberate together; to confer. The team consulted with a lawyer before making a decision.
  2. To advise or offer expertise. The consultant was hired to provide guidance on the project.
  3. To work as a consultant or contractor rather than as a full-time employee of a firm. She decided to start her own consulting business after leaving her job.
Did you know? The term 'consulting' has become a multi-billion dollar industry, with companies hiring consultants to provide expertise in various fields, from finance to technology.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026