Depute
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈpjuːt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Depute is a verb meaning To delegate (a task, etc.) to a subordinate.
Meaning
To delegate (a task, etc.) to a subordinate.
More Meanings
- To deputize (someone), to appoint as deputy.
- To appoint; to assign; to choose.
- (Scotland) A deputy.
- (obsolete) To assign (someone or something) to or for something.
Example Sentences
Some persons, deputed by a meeting.
There is no man deputed of the king to hear thee.
[…] discharging hereby the said sheriff and his deputes […]
The most conspicuous places in cities are usually deputed for the erection of statues.
Word Forms
- deputes
- deputing
- deputed
Synonyms for depute
Depending on context, synonyms include delegate, designate, assign, deputize, deputise.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include deputize, delegate, assign, designate, deputise, advocate.
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