consul
nounmasculineformal/kõˈsul/medium
côn·sul
Definition
An official of a country's diplomatic service, residing in a foreign city, responsible for protecting the interests of their compatriots and facilitating commercial relations.
The Portuguese consul in Paris assisted the tourists in distress.
To obtain the visa, you must go to the consulate.
Common collocations
consul generalhonorary consulconsulateconsular functions
Etymology
Do latim 'consul' (magistrado romano).