Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
envoy
noun
/ˈenvɔɪ/
Definition
A person sent as a representative or messenger, often on a diplomatic mission.
Examples
- The country sent an envoy to discuss peace terms.
- As an envoy, she traveled to several nations to foster trade relations.
- The special envoy delivered an important message to the leaders.
Meaning
An envoy acts on behalf of a government or an organization to communicate or negotiate with another party.
Synonyms
- delegate
- messenger
- representative
- emissary
- ambassador
