Deputizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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deputizing

 

[ ˈdɛp.jʊ.taɪ.zɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

authority transfer

Deputizing refers to the act of assigning someone to act on behalf of another person, typically in a position of authority. It is often used in organizational contexts where a leader may grant someone the responsibilities temporarily.

Synonyms

appoint, delegate, designate, represent.

Examples of usage

  • The manager was deputizing her assistant to handle the meeting.
  • He was deputizing for his boss while she was on vacation.
  • The sheriff was deputizing volunteers to help with community safety.
Context #2 | Verb

legal terms

In legal contexts, deputizing can also refer to the formal process of appointing someone as a deputy, granting them specific powers and duties under the law. This is often used for law enforcement officers.

Synonyms

authorize, empower.

Examples of usage

  • The governor is responsible for deputizing law enforcement officers.
  • They are deputizing individuals to enforce local regulations.
  • The process of deputizing involves a formal oath.

Translations

Translations of the word "deputizing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 delegação

🇮🇳 प्रतिनियुक्ति

🇩🇪 Delegierung

🇮🇩 penugasan

🇺🇦 делегування

🇵🇱 delegowanie

🇯🇵 代理

🇫🇷 délégation

🇪🇸 delegación

🇹🇷 delege etme

🇰🇷 위임

🇸🇦 تفويض

🇨🇿 delegování

🇸🇰 delegovanie

🇨🇳 委托

🇸🇮 delegiranje

🇮🇸 umboð

🇰🇿 делегация

🇬🇪 დელეგირება

🇦🇿 deputatlıq

🇲🇽 delegación

Etymology

The term 'deputizing' comes from the word 'deputy,' which originates from the Middle English term 'deputi' and the Old French term 'deputé,' which means one who is appointed. The Latin root 'deputare' means to cut off or assign duties. The usage of the term has evolved over time, primarily in the legal and administrative fields, to indicate someone who is given authority to act on behalf of another. Historically, deputies were appointed to represent higher officials in various capacities, and this concept has been deeply ingrained in governance and organizational structures.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,984, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.