What is the meaning of deputy?

noun

  • Someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies.
  • An assistant with power to act when his superior is absent.
  • A member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France. )
  • A person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others.
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