Meaning of the word delegates in English
What does delegates mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
delegates
US /ˈdɛlɪɡəts/
UK /ˈdɛlɪɡəts/
Noun
a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular an elected representative sent to a conference
Example:
•
The union sent three delegates to the national convention.
•
Each country sent its own delegates to the peace talks.
Verb
entrust (a task or responsibility) to another person, typically one who is less senior than oneself
Example:
•
The manager decided to delegate some of his tasks to his assistant.
•
It's important to know when to delegate responsibilities effectively.
Related Word: