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legation

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Noun — A diplomatic mission or its official residence, typically ranking below an embassy.

Etymology

From Latin lēgātiō, related to legate — the group or task assigned to an envoy.

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What does “legation” mean?

The word “legation” means a diplomatic mission or its official residence, typically ranking below an embassy. In plain terms, a diplomatic office representing a country abroad, historically a step below a full embassy.

How do you use “legation” in a sentence?

Here is “legation” used in a sentence: “The Swiss legation handled the country's affairs before an embassy was established.”

What part of speech is “legation”?

“Legation” is a noun.

Where does the word “legation” come from?

The word “legation” comes from Latin. From Latin lēgātiō, related to legate — the group or task assigned to an envoy.

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