delegation
US /ˌdel.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdel.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
1.
a body of delegates or representatives; a deputation
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The official delegation arrived at the conference.
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A small delegation was sent to negotiate the terms.
2.
the act or process of delegating or being delegated
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Effective delegation is key to good management.
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The manager emphasized the importance of proper task delegation.