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relegation

 
Dictionary: Rel·e·ga·tion

n.

[L. relegatio: cf. F. relégation.]
The act of relegating, or the state of being relegated; removal; banishment; exile.


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The noun has 3 meanings:

Meaning #1: authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions
  Synonyms: delegating, delegation, relegating, deputation

Meaning #2: the act of assigning (someone or something) to a particular class or category

Meaning #3: mild banishment; consignment to an inferior position


 
 
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