Entity: CLIENT
A client is a person or group that seeks professional advice or services from a lawyer, accountant, advertising agency, architect, etc. The term also refers to someone under the protection of another or a follower under a patron's care in ancient Rome.
CLIENT
Etymology
Originating from late 14th-century Anglo-French and Latin, "client" means one who leans on another for protection, a follower under a patron's care in ancient Rome.
Definition
A client is a person or group that uses the professional advice or services of a lawyer, accountant, advertising agency, architect, etc. It can also refer to someone who is under the protection of another or a follower under a patron's care in ancient Rome.
Historical Context
In ancient Rome, clients were individuals who depended on the protection and support of a patron. The concept of clientship was a significant social relationship in Roman society.
Cultural Significance
The term client has evolved to encompass various contexts, including legal, business, and computer-related fields. Clients play a crucial role in the service industry by seeking expertise and assistance from professionals.
Related Concepts
- Patronage
- Customer
- Service provider
See Also
A client is a person or group that uses the professional advice or services of a lawyer, accountant, advertising agency, architect, etc. It can also refer to someone who is under the protection of another or a follower under a patron's care in ancient Rome.