delegacy

Noun
Synonyms: representationagencydeputationcommissiondelegationmission

WordNet 3.0

Noun (3)

  1. the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agentSynonyms: representationagency
  2. a group of representatives or delegatesSynonyms: deputationcommissiondelegationmission
  3. the appointment of a delegate
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Delegacy \Del`e*ga*cy\, n. [From Delegate, a.]

1.The act of delegating, or state of being delegated; deputed power. [Obs.] [1913 Webster]

By way of delegacy or grand commission.— Sir W. Raleigh.[1913 Webster]

2.A body of delegates or commissioners; a delegation. [Obs.] --Burton. [1913 Webster]

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