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legation Definition


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legation
noun
    1. A diplomatic mission or group of delegates.
      Thesaurus: delegation, commission, mission, representation.
    2. The official residence of such a mission or group.
      Thesaurus: consulate, embassy, ministry.
    3. The office or status of a legate.
    4. historical
      A Papal province.
Etymology: 15c: from Latin legare, legatum to send as a deputy.



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