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单词 potentiary
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Definition of potentiary in English:

potentiary

noun pəˈtɛnʃ(ə)ri
rare, historical
  • A person possessing power or authority to act, especially in a limited or circumscribed way.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Newdigate Newsletters. Back-formation from plenipotentiary.

 
 

Definition of potentiary in US English:

potentiary

nounpəˈtɛnʃ(ə)ri
rare, historical
  • A person possessing power or authority to act, especially in a limited or circumscribed way.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Newdigate Newsletter. Back-formation from plenipotentiary.

 
 
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