Deputy
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France)
Framework senses
- §1
- an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent
- §2
- someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
- §3
- a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others
- §4
- a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France)