advicen.[OE. avis, F. avis; + OF. vis, fr. L. visum seemed, seen; really p. p. of videre to see, so that vis meant that which has seemed best. See Vision, and cf. Avise, Advise.]1. An opinion recommended or offered, as worthy to be followed; counsel.()We may give advice, but we can not give conduct. (Franklin.)2. Deliberate consideration; knowledge.()How shall I dote on her with more advice,
That thus without advice begin to love her? (Shak.)3. Information or notice given; intelligence; as, late advices from France; -- commonly in the plural.()(McElrath.)4. (Crim. Law) Counseling to perform a specific illegal act.(Wharton.)Advice boat, a vessel employed to carry dispatches or to reconnoiter; a dispatch boat. -- To take advice. (a) To accept advice. (b) To consult with another or others.()()