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legation


le·ga·tion

noun \li-ˈgā-shən\

Definition of LEGATION

1
: the sending forth of a legate
2
: a body of deputies sent on a mission; specifically : a diplomatic mission in a foreign country headed by a minister
3
: the official residence and office of a diplomatic minister in a foreign country

First Known Use of LEGATION

14th century

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