Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deputation
noun
/ˌdɛp.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/
Definition
A group of people appointed to undertake a mission or represent others.
Examples
- The school sent a deputation to the city council to discuss the new funding proposal.
- A deputation of workers met with management to negotiate better working conditions.
- The deputation arrived at the government office to present their grievances.
Meaning
Deputation refers to a delegation of individuals who are selected to speak or act on behalf of a larger group.
Synonyms
- delegation
- representative group
- mission
- envoy
