Definitions
n. someone authorised to assist or act for a more senior person
副职；代理人
n. an elected member of parliament in some countries
议员
Example
The manager asked her deputy to lead today's meeting.
经理让她的副手主持今天的会议。
Appointing a capable deputy allows school leaders to share administrative responsibilities and focus on educational improvement.
任命一位能干的副职能让学校领导分担行政职责，并专注于教育改进。
Collocations
- deputy director
- deputy head
- appoint a deputy
- act as deputy
Word family
- deputise (v.)
Usage tip
常置于职务前，如deputy director；不泛指所有代表。
FAQ
- What does deputy mean?
- someone authorised to assist or act for a more senior person an elected member of parliament in some countries
- How is deputy pronounced?
- UK /ˈdepjuti/, US /ˈdepjuti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
