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deputation

de·pu·ta·tion

UK/ˌdɛpjuːˈteɪʃən/ uncommon

noun

1.

a group of representatives or delegates

2.

authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions

Origin

From Middle French députation, from Late Latin deputatio.

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