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envoy

Syllabification: (en·voy)
Pronunciation: /ˈenˌvoi, ˈänˌvoi/

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Definition of envoy

noun

  • 1a messenger or representative, especially one on a diplomatic mission.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from French envoyé, past participle of envoyer 'send', from en voie 'on the way', based on Latin via 'way'

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