deputation
/ˌdɛpjəˈteɪʃən/
noun
- A group of people sent to speak or act on behalf of a larger group, often to present a request or opinion.
- A deputation of teachers met with the school board to discuss funding.
- The union sent a deputation to negotiate with management.
- The mayor received a deputation from the neighborhood association about the new park.
- The act of appointing someone as a deputy or representative.
- The process of deputation requires formal documentation.
- His deputation to the committee was approved by a majority vote.
- The deputation of a new ambassador was announced by the foreign ministry.
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