noun

deputation

Deputation (noun) means the act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.

noun

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

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

Among 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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Etymology

From Middle French députation, from Late Latin deputatio.

Rhymes for deputation

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of deputation?

"deputation" (noun) means the act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.

What are the different meanings of deputation?

"deputation" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency; 2. The person or persons deputed or commissioned by another person, party, or public body to act in his or its behalf; a delegation; 3. Among Christian missionaries, the process or period of time during which they raise support in preparation for going to their mission field.