agony aunt
The term 'agony aunt' is predominantly used in British English to describe someone who provides advice on personal issues through a column in a newspaper or magazine.
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Definition
B2Journalism
(informal, British)A columnist who gives advice on personal problems in a newspaper or magazine.
Example
- She wrote to the agony aunt to seek advice on her relationship issues.
- The agony aunt's column is one of the most popular sections of the magazine.
B2General
(informal, British)Someone frequently asked for advice on personal matters.
Example
- Whenever I have a problem, I turn to my friend who acts as my personal agony aunt.
- He became the agony aunt of the office, always ready to listen and advise.
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