Delegation
/dɪˌlɛɡˈeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of transferring authority or responsibility from one party to another.
The manager's delegation of tasks improved team efficiency.
- (n.) A group of representatives authorized to act on behalf of others.
The delegation attended the international conference to negotiate terms.
Forms
- delegations
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Commentary
Delegation often requires clear documentation to define the scope and limits of transferred authority.
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