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legation Definition and Meaning in English (legation definition)

noun
Synonyms:diplomatic missionembassy
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Legation definition: A legation refers to a diplomatic mission headed by a minister, rather than an ambassador, representing a country in a foreign land.

Definitions of Legation

  1. 1noun(formal)

    A legation refers to a diplomatic mission headed by a minister, rather than an ambassador, representing a country in a foreign land.

  2. 2noun(formal)

    The term 'legation' can also denote the official residence or office of a diplomatic minister and their staff.

Example Sentences

formal

“The new minister arrived to take charge of the legation in the capital city.”

formal

“Security was tightened around the legation after the recent political unrest.”

Synonyms

diplomatic missionembassy

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Legation definition: A legation refers to a diplomatic mission headed by a minister, rather than an ambassador, representing a country in a foreign land.
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'Legation' translates to 'legation' in English. Legation definition: A legation refers to a diplomatic mission headed by a minister, rather than an ambassador, representing a country in a foreign land.
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