English

client

ˈklaɪənt, ˈklaɪ.ənt, ˈklʌɪənt
Meaning: a person or organization using the services of a lawyer or other professional person or company
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈklaɪ.ənt, ˈklʌɪənt

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Example sentences

The company has many international clients.
The company has many international clients.
Neither the manager nor the client wanted to delay the meeting.
Neither the manager nor the client wanted to delay the meeting.
The lawyer worked hard to defend her client against the false accusations.
The lawyer worked hard to defend her client against the false accusations.
Our team can take on one more client this week.
Our team can take on one more client this week.
The team kept up the pressure until the client answered.
The team kept up the pressure until the client answered.

Usage Notes

A 'client' usually pays for a professional service, whereas a 'customer' usually buys goods.

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