English Explanatory Dictionary

envoy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A diplomatic agent of the second rank, next in status after an ambassador.
  2. A representative.
  3. A diplomat.
  4. A messenger.
  5. Alternative spelling of envoi (“short stanza at end of poem”).

Pronunciation

/ˈɛn.vɔɪ/ /ˈɑn.vɔɪ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-envoy.wav

Word forms

envoy envoys

Etymology

From French envoyé (“envoy, messenger”), from envoyer (“send”).

Synonyms

envoy extraordinary minister plenipotentiary

Derived words

e-envoy envoyship
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