deputy

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
  2. noun an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent
  3. noun a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France)

Etymology

From French député, from Late Latin deputatus (“appointed”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

deputy sheriff

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