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acting as a substitute for biological or legal parents in providing care or nurturing
Example
The lawyer acted as a surrogate for the absent defendant during the court proceedings.
In some countries, a surrogate can be appointed to vote on behalf of a shareholder at a corporate meeting.
She served as a surrogate for her elderly neighbor, managing her finances and medical appointments.
The diplomat was chosen as a surrogate to negotiate peace talks between the two warring nations.
The CEO appointed a surrogate to manage the company during his absence.