English-Finnish translations for deputation

• delegoiminen
• valtuuttaminen

Definition of deputation

• The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency
• The person or persons deputed or commissioned by another person, party, or public body to act in his or its behalf; a delegation
• Among Christian missionaries, the process or period of time during which they raise support in preparation for going to their mission field

Examples

• The general sent a deputation to the enemy to propose a truce

Related words

• deputy
• depute
• deputize
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