English Explanatory Dictionary

deputize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To officially empower, authorize, pronounce, and establish (someone) to be a deputy.
  2. to officially empower and authorize (someone) to act as a substitute in one's role or office
  3. To act as a substitute for a person in their role or office

Pronunciation

/ˈdɛpjətaɪz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-deputize.wav /ˈdɛpjutaɪz/

Word forms

deputize deputizes deputizing deputized deputise

Etymology

From deputy + -ize.

Derived words

deputizer redeputize undeputized
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