envoy
/ˈɛn.vɔɪ/
Meanings
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noun
A person sent on a mission, especially as a diplomat or representative.
- "The envoy presented his credentials to the ambassador."
- "The envoy's job was to establish diplomatic relations with the neighboring country."
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noun
A messenger or representative.
- "The envoy delivered the letter to the king."
- "The envoy acted as a liaison between the two parties."
Synonyms
envoy extraordinary , minister plenipotentiary
Rhymes
Words rhyming with envoyvoi , joie , bois , noise , toys , oats , goes , rose
Variants
List of all variants of envoy that leads to same resultenvoy , envoy extraordinary , envoys , envoi , envois
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French 'envoi', meaning 'sending off'.
Trivia
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The term 'envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary' refers to a diplomat who is sent to represent their country with full powers.
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In the context of poetry, an 'envoy' is often written in a different style or meter than the rest of the poem.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Ambassador: An envoy who represents their country permanently in a foreign country.
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Messenger: A person who delivers messages, documents, or parcels.
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Diplomacy: The practice of conducting negotiations and maintaining relations between nations.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, the term 'envoy' can also refer to a poem or a stanza that concludes a sequence or a collection of poems. In this context, it often includes a final message or a dedication.
How to Memorize "envoy"
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visualize
- Visualize a person dressed in formal attire, carrying a briefcase or a pouch, and walking towards a foreign embassy.
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associate
- Associate the word 'envoy' with the words 'diplomacy', 'representation', and 'messenger'.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Every Nobleman Valiantly Yields' to remember the definition of 'envoy' as 'Every Nobleman is a Valiant Yielder - a representative or messenger'.
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