deputize

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Synonyms: deputise, depute, hepatize, peptize, deputies, deputing, dentize, deputized, deputizes, despotize, decatize

Antonyms: deputise, depute, hepatize, peptize, deputies, deputing, dentize, deputized, deputizes, despotize, decatize

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To [[officially]] [[empower]], [[authorize]], [[pronounce]], and [[establish]] (someone) to be a [[deputy]].
2. {{lb|en|transitive}} to officially empower and authorize (someone) to act as a substitute in one's role or office
3. {{lb|en|intransitive}} To act as a substitute for a person in their role or office

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