Meaning of DELEGACY
| Pronunciation: | | 'delugusee
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- [n] the appointment of a delegate
- [n] a group of representatives or delegates
- [n] the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent
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| | Synonyms: | | agency, commission, delegation, deputation, mission, representation |
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| | See Also: | | appointment, assignment, designation, diplomatic mission, embassy, free agency, legal representation, naming, organisation, organization, state | |
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| | Definition: | | \Del`e*ga*cy\, n. [From {Delegate}, a.]
1. The act of delegating, or state of being delegated;
deputed power. [Obs.]
By way of delegacy or grand commission. --Sir W.
Raleigh.
2. A body of delegates or commissioners; a delegation. [Obs.]
--Burton.
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