delegate
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A person chosen to represent others, especially at a meeting or conference.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Usage notes
As a verb (stressed differently), "delegate" means to give a task to someone else, as in "delegate the work to your team."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Each country sent a _____ to the climate conference."
Answer: delegate
In your own words, what does "delegate" mean?
A person chosen to represent others, especially at a meeting or conference.
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