How to Pronounce "deputation"
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Definition
A deputation is a group of people who are sent to represent others, especially for making a request or delivering a message to someone in authority.
Listen in Context
She was part of a deputation sent to the school board.
The workers formed a deputation to speak to management.
A small deputation showed up at city hall, hoping to get answers.
We decided to send a deputation rather than everyone going at once.