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Term: Stuff Gown
Definition: A special robe worn by lawyers who are not yet appointed as Queen's Counsel. It is also used to refer to junior lawyers. This is different from the robe worn by senior lawyers, which is called a Silk Gown.
Definition: A stuff gown is a type of professional robe worn by junior barristers who have not been appointed Queen's Counsel. It is also used to refer to a junior barrister.
Example: John is a stuff gown at the law firm, which means he is a junior barrister who has not yet been appointed Queen's Counsel.
Explanation: The example illustrates how the term "stuff gown" is used to refer to a junior barrister who is still in the early stages of their career. The term is derived from the type of robe worn by these barristers, which is made of a cheaper material than the silk robes worn by more senior barristers who have been appointed Queen's Counsel.