Deputize

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈdÉ›pjÉ™taɪz/
• US IPA: /ˈdÉ›pjutaɪz/
• Hyphenation: de + pu + tize

Alternative forms

• (UK) deputise

Full definition of deputize

Verb

1. To make (someone) a deputy; to officially empower.
2. To make or name as a substitute.I deputize you to act for me while I'm away.