Emissary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛmɪs(ə)ɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Emissary is a noun meaning An agent sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else.
Meaning
An agent sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) A venous channel in the skull.
- An underground channel by which the water of a lake escapes.
Example Sentences
The small group around Ch’en Tu-hsiu that had remained at headquarters hastily sent an emissary—Chang Kuo-t’ao—to Nanch’ang. Though Chang set out immediately, he did not reach Nanch’ang until July 31, the day before the rising.
Word Forms
- emissaries
Synonyms for emissary
Depending on context, synonyms include envoy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include envoy, diplomat, ambassador, agent, messenger, minion.
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