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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

legate

/ˈleɪɡɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does legate mean?

noun

A person sent as a representative or ambassador, especially to a foreign court. A legate is often a high-ranking official or a person of great authority.

Example

"The legate from the king arrived with a delegation of advisors to negotiate the treaty."

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