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Defenition of the word deputy

    • Defenition of the word deputy

      • A member of the DГЎil Г‰ireann, or the title of a member of DГЎil Г‰ireann.
      • Someone appointed as the substitute of another, and empowered to act for him, in his name or on his behalf.
      • A person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others.
      • a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France)
      • someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
      • an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent
      • acting as substitute for another
      • a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others

    Synonyms for the word deputy

      • delegate
      • deputy sheriff
      • lieutenant
      • proxy
      • representative
      • surrogate

    Similar words in the deputy

      • low-level
      • subordinate

    Hyponyms for the word deputy

      • second-in-command
      • vicar-general
      • vice-regent
      • vicegerent

    Hypernyms for the word deputy

      • agent
      • assistant
      • help
      • helper
      • law officer
      • lawman
      • legislator
      • peace officer
      • supporter

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