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Abgesandter — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • emissary noun A person sent on a mission to represent or negotiate on behalf of someone else.
  • representative adjective Typical of a larger group; standing for the qualities of that group.

Senses

Abgesandter is used for these senses in English:

  • emissary An agent sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else.
  • representative Someone who represents others as a member of a legislative or governing body. [from 17th c.]
  • representative (US, politics) Specifically, a member of the United States House of Representatives. [from 18th c.]

representative — full definition

  1. adjective Typical of a larger group; standing for the qualities of that group.
  2. noun A person chosen or appointed to act or speak on behalf of others.
  3. noun A person who visits or contacts potential customers on behalf of a company.

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