deputy meaning and definition

DEPUTY noun

Definition of deputy (noun)

1. someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
   • synonyms: deputy sheriff
2. an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent
   • synonyms: lieutenant
3. a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France)
4. a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others
   • synonyms: surrogate