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Definition pro bono in British English

pro bono adjective, adverb

adjective, adverb
/prəʊ ˈbəʊnəʊ/

From the Latin expression pro bono publico, which means ’for the public good’.

1

done without the usual payment that a lawyer charges

Example

Thompson is well known among colleagues for his pro bono work in the field of criminal law.

Example

She decided to act pro bono in this litigation as it was a matter so close to her heart.

Synonyms and related words
ab initio actus reus a fortiori
Definition pro bono in British English