delegation
|del-e-ga-tion|
/ˌdɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən/
(delegate)
entrust or represent
Etymology
'delegation' originates from the Latin word 'delegatio', where 'de-' meant 'from' and 'legare' meant 'to send with a commission'.
'delegatio' transformed into the Old French word 'delegation', and eventually became the modern English word 'delegation'.
Initially, it meant 'the act of sending with a commission', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a group of representatives' and 'the act of delegating'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of representatives or delegates.
The delegation from Japan arrived yesterday.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the act of delegating or assigning tasks.
Delegation of tasks is crucial for effective management.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45