Vertreter — meaning in English
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English meaning
- delegate noun Someone chosen to represent others, especially at a meeting or conference.
- idiom noun A phrase whose meaning can't be worked out just from the words in it, such as "kick the bucket."
- representative adjective Typical of a larger group; standing for the qualities of that group.
Senses
Vertreter is used for these senses in English:
- idiom An artistic style (for example, in art, architecture, or music); an instance of such a style.
- locum tenens A professional person (such as a doctor or clergyman) who temporarily fulfills the duties of another.
- representative Someone who represents others as a member of a legislative or governing body. [from 17th c.]
- representative A company agent who visits potential purchasers; a salesman. [from 20th c.]
- representative (US, politics) Specifically, a member of the United States House of Representatives. [from 18th c.]
- representative One who speaks for or acts on behalf of another in a particular (especially official) capacity. [from 17th c.]
- representative Something (especially a living organism) regarded as typical of its class; a type. [from 17th c.]
- travelling salesman A man who travels, often within a certain territory, soliciting orders or selling goods.
delegate — full definition
- noun Someone chosen to represent others, especially at a meeting or conference.
- verb To hand off a task or responsibility to someone else, usually someone junior.
idiom — full definition
- noun A phrase whose meaning can't be worked out just from the words in it, such as "kick the bucket."
- noun A characteristic style of expression used in a language, art form, or field.