1. deputation(n = noun.group) commission, delegacy, delegation, mission - a group of representatives or delegates;
is a kind of organisation, organization
has particulars: diplomatic mission, embassy
Derived form verb depute3
2. deputation(n = noun.act) delegating, delegation, relegating, relegation - authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions;
is a kind of authorisation, authorization, empowerment
has particulars: devolution, devolvement
Derived forms verb depute3, verb depute2, verb depute1
deputation, n. a group of people appointed to represent others, usu. for a specific purpose; a delegation.
Etymology:
ME f. LL deputatio (as DEPUTE)
N commission, delegation, consignment, assignment, procuration, deputation, legation, mission, embassy, agency, agentship, power of attorney, clerkship, surrogacy, errand, charge, brevet, diploma, exequatur, permit, appointment, nomination, designation, return, charter, ordination, installation, inauguration, investiture, swearing-in, accession, coronation, enthronement, vicegerency, regency, regentship, viceroy, consignee, deputy, agent, delegate, consignee, commissioned, per procurationem.