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depute

Pronunciation: /dɪˈpjuːt/

The English word “depute” has 5 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To assign (someone or something) to or for something.
  2. To delegate (a task, etc.) to a subordinate.
  3. To deputize (someone), to appoint as deputy.
  4. To appoint; to assign; to choose.

noun

  1. A deputy.

Etymology

From French députer, from Latin deputo.

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