Meaning & use
advisor
A person who gives expert advice or guidance, especially in a professional setting.
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Her academic advisor helped her choose courses for the coming semester.
The startup hired a financial advisor to guide its early investment decisions.
A note on using this word
Both 'advisor' and 'adviser' are correct spellings; 'advisor' is more common in American usage and job titles.
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