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delegate

['delɪgeɪt] n
comp., MS delegado m (A type that references a method. Once a delegate is assigned a method, it behaves exactly like that method. Delegates are roughly similar to function pointers in C++; however, they are type-safe and secure)
delegate ['delɪgeɪt] n
patents. delegada f
delegate ['delɪgeɪt] v
gen. deferir 128 ; delegar 128
bank. comisionar
delegate ['delɪgeɪt] adj.
gen. delegado; compromisario
 English thesaurus
delegate ['delɪgeɪt] abbr.
abbr. del
mil., logist. To confide authority, and hence the power to decide according to the delegated tasks in order to reach an objective, to another person. Tasks are only means to reach the objective. It is the objective which gives its meaning to the delegation. Ordering tasks to be carried out is not delegating. To delegate means: 1. to define clear limits and clarify the delegated powers, 2. to negotiate with the agent and not to impose; 3. to accept to fully give the power; 4. to control afterwards; 5. to give the agent the necessary authority; 6. not to intervene, except to take the delegation back; 7. to accept that errors can be made; 9. to remain responsible. (FRA)
delegate
: 53 phrases in 15 subjects
Accounting1
Construction2
Corporate governance3
Economics4
Environment3
Finances2
General15
Law6
Marketing1
Microsoft6
Obsolete / dated1
Patents2
Politics3
Transport1
United Nations3

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