Noun Definition

deputy

1.Definition: a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France)

Category: People

2.Definition: a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others

Related Noun(s):surrogate

Category: People

3.Definition: an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent

Related Noun(s):lieutenant

Category: People

4.Definition: someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies

Related Noun(s):deputy sheriff

Category: People