depute
depute · deputes · deputed · deputing
To delegate to a subordinateTo delegate (a task, etc.) to a subordinate.
/dɪˈpjuːt/
Meaning
4 sensesTo delegate (a task, etc.) to a subordinate.
To deputize (someone), to appoint as deputy.
To appoint; to assign; to choose.
(obsolete)To assign (someone or something) to or for something.
More definitions
- transfer power to someone
- appoint as a substitute
- give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person)
Origin
From French députer, from Latin deputo.From French députer, from Latin deputo.
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Forms
deputes, deputing, deputed, deputedTenses
depute · deputed · will depute · have deputedSynonyms
5 synonymsWord family
6 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle
See also
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