# legal beagle

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˌliːɡl̩ ˈbiːɡl̩/

## Definitions
1. A lawyer, specifically one regarded as astute and skilful.

## Etymology
From legal + beagle. Beagle was probably chosen for the rhyme and because beagles were traditionally used for hunting hares or rabbits, due to their keen sense of smell and tracking instinct. Compare legal eagle.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/legal-beagle