Word Meaning

deputy definition and meaning

n. One appointed as the substitute of another, and empowered to act for him, in his name or his behalf; a substitute in office; a lieutenant; a representative; a delegate; a vicegerent; as, the deputy of a prince, of a sheriff, of a township, etc.
n. A member of the Chamber of Deputies.

Crossword clues for deputy

- a person who is appointed to undertake duties of superior in his absence
- Second in command
- Second-in-command
- Sheriff’s 2IC
- Substitute
- Surrogate