Found 2 items, similar to delegacy.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: delegacy delegacy n 1: the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent [syn: representation, agency] 2: a group of representatives or delegates [syn: deputation, commission, delegation, mission] 3: the appointment of a delegate
English → English (gcide) Definition: Delegacy Delegacy \Del`e*ga*cy\, n. [From Delegate, a.] 1. The act of delegating, or state of being delegated; deputed power. [Obs.] [1913 Webster] By way of delegacy or grand commission. --Sir W. Raleigh. [1913 Webster] 2. A body of delegates or commissioners; a delegation. [Obs.] --Burton. [1913 Webster]