Deputation

noun

/ˌdɛpjuːˈteɪʃən/

Word Frequency: 0.9

Definitions

1.nounThe act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.

2.nounThe person or persons deputed or commissioned by another person, party, or public body to act in his or its behalf; a delegation.

"The general sent a deputation to the enemy to propose a truce."

3.nounAmong Christian missionaries, the process or period of time during which they raise support in preparation for going to their mission field.

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