noun
deputation
Deputation (noun) means the act of officially giving someone authority to act for you, or the position that this gives them.
noun
1
The act of officially giving someone authority to act for you, or the position that this gives them.
2
A person or group of people appointed or authorised by another individual, organisation or public body to act on their behalf; a delegation.
"The general sent a deputation to the enemy to propose a truce."
3
(Christianity) Among missionaries, the period spent raising money and support before starting mission work.
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Etymology
It comes from Middle French députation, from Late Latin deputatio.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for deputation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of deputation?
"deputation" (noun) means the act of officially giving someone authority to act for you, or the position that this gives them.
What is another word for deputation?
Other words for "deputation" include commission, delegating, mission, relegating, delegation, delegacy.
What are the different meanings of deputation?
"deputation" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act of officially giving someone authority to act for you, or the position that this gives them; 2. A person or group of people appointed or authorised by another individual, organisation or public body to act on their behalf; a delegation; 3. (Christianity) Among missionaries, the period spent raising money and support before starting mission work.
