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Delegation
01
a group of representatives or delegates
02
the process of assigning authority, responsibility, or tasks from a higher authority to a lower-ranking individual or entity to carry out specific duties or functions on their behalf
Examples
The mayor 's delegation of budgetary decisions to the city council streamlined the governance process.
The president 's delegation of diplomatic negotiations to the Secretary of State reflects the division of responsibilities in foreign affairs.
03
the act of assigning tasks or responsibilities to subordinates in the workplace
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