n., pl. ministers plenipotentiary.
A diplomatic representative ranking below an ambassador but having full governmental power and authority; a plenipotentiary.
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A diplomatic representative ranking below an ambassador but having full governmental power and authority; a plenipotentiary.
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The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a diplomat having less authority than an ambassador
Synonyms: envoy, envoy extraordinary
| minister resident | |
| plenipotentiary | |
| chargé d'affaires |
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