envoy

🇬🇧 UK/'envɒi/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A diplomatic representative or messenger sent by a government, ranking below an ambassador

外交使节,特使,代表

🧩 Root Breakdown

Loanword
ento put into, to cause
+
voyother
=envoy

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The government sent an envoy to negotiate with the rebels.

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