Delegate
/ˈdɛlɪɡət/
Definitions
- (n.) A person authorized to represent others, particularly in a conference or meeting.
She was elected as a delegate to the national convention.
- (v.) To entrust a task or responsibility to another person, typically one who is less senior.
The manager delegated the report writing to her assistant.
Forms
- delegates
- delegated
- delegating
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Commentary
In legal contexts, distinguish between a delegate’s authority given by statute or contract and informal delegation; clear terms prevent overreach.
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