emissary
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Noun — A person sent on a mission to represent or negotiate on behalf of someone else.
Synonyms
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How to use emissary
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin emissarius, "agent" or "spy," from emittere, "to send out."
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What does “emissary” mean?
The word “emissary” means a person sent on a mission to represent or negotiate on behalf of someone else. In plain terms, someone sent to represent or deliver a message on another's behalf.
How do you pronounce “emissary”?
“Emissary” is pronounced EH-mihs-ree (/ˈɛmɪˌsɛɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “emissary” in a sentence?
Here is “emissary” used in a sentence: “The president sent an emissary to open talks with the rebels.”
What part of speech is “emissary”?
“Emissary” is a noun.
Where does the word “emissary” come from?
The word “emissary” comes from Latin. From Latin emissarius, "agent" or "spy," from emittere, "to send out.".