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Deputize Definition & Meaning

deputize
verb
  1. act as a substitute; "She stood in for the soprano who suffered from a cold"
  2. appoint as a substitute

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Frequently asked questions

What does deputize mean?
act as a substitute; "She stood in for the soprano who suffered from a cold" appoint as a substitute
What part of speech is deputize?
Deputize is a verb.
How many definitions does deputize have?
Deputize has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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