envoy
Translation
envoy, messenger, representative, delegate
Examples
The president sent a special envoy to the peace talks.
The president sent a special envoy to the peace talks.
She acted as the company's envoy to the conference.
She acted as the company's envoy to the conference.
Grammar Patterns
an envoy ((to sth.)) a representative sent to a place or event The president sent an envoy to the peace talks.
Similar Words
Synonyms: messenger, delegate, representative, emissary
Etymology
From French 'envoyé', past participle of 'envoyer' (to send). Literally 'one who is sent'.
Memory Tips
Think 'en-' (on) + 'voy' (voyage). An envoy is sent on a voyage or mission.