deputy
Translation
deputy, substitute, representative, second-in-command
Examples
She is the deputy head of the department.
She is the deputy head of the department.
The sheriff sent his deputy to investigate.
The sheriff sent his deputy to investigate.
Grammar Patterns
((as a title)) a person who is appointed to undertake the duties of a superior in the superior's absence He is the deputy manager.
Similar Words
Synonyms: substitute, delegate, representative, second-in-command
Etymology
From Old French 'député', past participle of 'députer' meaning 'to appoint, assign'. So, 'an appointed person'.
Memory Tips
A 'deputy' is someone who has been 'deputed' (assigned) to act on behalf of another person.