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Meaning & Definition of Delegation in English

English

Delegation

Pronunciation:

/ˌdɛlɪˈɡeɪʃən/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

delegations

Meaning and Definition of Delegation

1. Primary Definition

A group of representatives or the act of delegating authority.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: The act of delegating authority or responsibilities to others.

    Example Sentence: The manager's delegation of tasks improved team productivity.

  • Definition: A group of delegates or representatives.

    Example Sentence: The delegation from our company attended the international conference.

  • Definition: The assignment of tasks to subordinates.

    Example Sentence: Effective delegation is crucial for successful leadership.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'delegatio', meaning 'sending away, deputation'.

Synonyms

representative group | deputation | commission | task force | assignment

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • diplomatic delegation: A group of diplomats representing their country.
  • delegate authority: To assign responsibilities to others.
  • business delegation: A group of business representatives sent on an official mission.

Translations

  • Spanish: delegación
  • French: délégation
  • German: Delegation
  • Russian: делегация

Related Words

  • delegate: A person authorized to act on behalf of another.
  • delegated: Past form of delegate; assigned to another person.
  • delegating: The process of assigning responsibilities.

Slang Meanings of delegation

  • Meaning: A group of friends making decisions together.

    Example Sentence: We formed a delegation to decide where to eat.

  • Meaning: Passing duties to avoid extra work.

    Example Sentence: I'm just forming a delegation for the homework.