Meaning Of The Word Vicegerent

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Vicegerent Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Vicegerent?

vicegerent in American English
a person appointed by another, esp. by a ruler, to exercise the latter's power and authority; deputy
adjective: exercising delegated powers
noun: an officer appointed as deputy by and to a sovereign or supreme chief

vicegerent in British English
adjective: invested with or characterized by delegated authority
noun: a person appointed to exercise all or some of the authority of another, esp the administrative powers of a ruler; deputy

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