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delega

proxy

noun DEH-leh-gah Rare

Origin: From delegare (to delegate), from Latin delegare.

Also means

delegation

Usage Note

Delega is the written authorisation that allows someone to act on another's behalf — per delega (by proxy) is a common legal phrase. It is distinct from delegazione (a delegation of people). The plural is deleghe.

Examples

"Ha firmato la delega al notaio."

Natural Translation

He signed the proxy at the notary.

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