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delegation
/ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
[/ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/]
giving tasks to others
Advancednoun
Definition
The act of giving part of your work or power to someone else. It also means a group sent to represent others.
Example
Effective delegation allowed the manager to focus on planning while the team handled daily tasks.
Effective delegation allowed the manager to focus on planning while the team handled daily tasks.
Etymology
From Latin 'delegatio', from 'delegare' (to send, assign).
How & Where It’s Used
Means both assigning tasks and a group of representatives.