Dictionary entryCEFR B2noun

deputy

IPA pronunciation: /ˈdepjuti/

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Russian meaning

заместитель

English definition

A person who is second in command and acts for the main person when they are absent.

Example

The deputy manager will handle the meeting in her absence.

Collocations

deputy director
deputy chief
deputy minister
deputy sheriff

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