Definitions
v. to appoint someone to act or perform a task for you
委派；授权
Example
The manager deputed her assistant to attend the meeting.
经理委派她的助理去参加会议。
Local authorities may depute trained officers to inspect buildings and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
地方政府可以委派受过培训的官员检查建筑，确保其符合安全规定。
Collocations
- depute someone to do something
- depute a representative
Word family
- deputation (n.)
- deputy (n.)
Synonyms
- delegate
- appoint
Usage tip
正式用词，常用depute sb to do sth。
FAQ
- What does depute mean?
- to appoint someone to act or perform a task for you
- How is depute pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈpjuːt/, US /dɪˈpjuːt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
