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proxy Definition and Meaning in English (proxy definition)

noun
Synonyms:agentrepresentativedelegate
Quick Answer • Definition

Proxy definition: A proxy is a person who is authorized to act on behalf of another individual or entity.

Definitions of Proxy

  1. 1noun

    A proxy is a person who is authorized to act on behalf of another individual or entity.

  2. 2noun

    In computing, a proxy server acts as an intermediary for requests from clients seeking resources from other servers.

Example Sentences

“She voted by proxy as she was unable to attend the meeting herself.”

“Many companies use a proxy server to enhance security and filter web content.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenseproxied
present participleproxying
pluralproxies

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

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Through an agent or substitute; by means of someone acting for another.

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Proxy definition: A proxy is a person who is authorized to act on behalf of another individual or entity.
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