delegate

/dˈɛlɪɡˌeɪt/

/ˈdɛɫəˌɡeɪt/, /ˈdɛɫəɡət/

to delegate

MAIN VERB

to give part of the power, authority, work, etc. to a representative

synonyms : depute

to give someone a responsibility, assignment, etc., especially someone in a lower position

synonyms : assign

Delegate

someone who is chosen as a representative of a particular community at a conference, meeting, etc.

Examples

1. So ultimately twelve states sent delegates to the Federal Convention.

2. So twelve states sent delegates to the Federal Convention.

3. A manager will DELEGATE responsibility.

4. However, most people delegate very poorly.