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Definition of consultancy

consultancy

/kənˈsʌl.tən.si/
con · sul · tan · cy
Plural:consultancies
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Adjective:consultative
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• noun

1

A professional service firm or agency that provides expert advice and strategic guidance in a specialized field such as management, finance, engineering, or information technology.

Example

"The firm hired an external management consultancy to restructure its supply chain."

2

The professional practice or occupation of giving expert advice within a particular field.

Example

"After twenty years in corporate law, she transitioned into independent consultancy."

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• Rhymes for consultancy

• Nearby Words

consulate
consult
consultable
consultancy
consultant
consultation
consultative

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 18th century from 'consultant' and the suffix '-cy', ultimately tracing back to the Latin verb 'consultare', meaning to deliberate or take counsel.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Consultancy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/consultancy
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