Meaning of the word deputation in English

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deputation

US /ˌdep.jəˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdep.jəˈteɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

a group of people sent to speak or act for others:

Example:
They sent a deputation to Congress.
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