Meaning of the word delegation in English

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delegation

US /ˌdel.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdel.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

a body of delegates or representatives; a deputation

Example:
The official delegation arrived at the conference.
A small delegation was sent to negotiate the terms.
2.

the act or process of delegating or being delegated

Example:
Effective delegation is key to good management.
The manager emphasized the importance of proper task delegation.
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