1. a group of people appointed to represent others
2. the act of appointing someone as a deputy or representative
Usage: formal

Examples

• The workers sent a deputation to meet with management about their concerns.
• A deputation from the school board visited the new facility.
• The mayor received a deputation of local business owners.
• The union organized a deputation to negotiate better working conditions.
• His deputation as spokesperson was approved by the committee.
• The deputation presented their petition to the city council.