deputy

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛpjəti/
/ˈdɛpjəti/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

One appointed as the substitute of another, and empowered to act for them, in their name or their behalf; a substitute in office

Synonyms
delegate lieutenant representative vice vicegerent
Example Sentences
  • As the deputy store manager, he is able to fire staff.
2 Definition

A person employed to install and remove props, brattices, etc. and to clear gas, for the safety of the miners.

3 Definition

(France): A member of the Chamber of Deputies, formerly called Corps Législatif

4 Definition

(Ireland): a member of Dáil Éireann, or the title of a member of Dáil Éireann. (Normally capitalised in both cases)

Example Sentences
  • At today's meeting, Deputy Ryan will speak on local issues.
5 Definition

(United States): a law enforcement officer who works for the county sheriff's office; a deputy sheriff or sheriff's deputy; the entry level rank in such an agency

Example Sentences
  • The sheriff's deputies took the suspect into custody.
Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To deputise