delegation

del-e-ga-tion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A group of people chosen to represent a larger organization or country.

  2. 2.

    The act of giving authority or responsibility to another person.

  3. 3.

    The authority or responsibility that has been delegated.

Related words

See also: commission, delegate, embassy, representative
Synonyms: commission, contingent, deputation, embassy, mission

Etymology

From Latin delegatio, from delegare meaning "to send as a representative," from de- (away) + legare (to send with a commission, to appoint). Related to legate and legal. Entered English in the early 17th century.