Depute

de-put', v. t. To appoint as substitute agent; to delegate. — Dep'uta'tion, n. Act of, person or persons deputed by another party to on his behalf. — Dep'utize, -tiz, v. t. To depute. Dep'uty, -tT, n. One appointed as the substitute another, and empowered to act for him; lieutenant; delegate; envoy: agent; vicar.