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EM-is-uh-ree/ˈemɪsəri/

An emissary is a person sent on a mission, especially to represent a government or organisation: a board emissary, send an emissary. Messenger is everyday; a wreath-bearer is not a named invigilator.

Meaning

A person sent on a mission, especially to represent a government or organisation.

Examples

• “An emissary with a wreath is not a named invigilator.”
• “Messenger is everyday. Envoy is the close twin. A wreath is branding. A name on the log is cover. Write the name; then send the wreath if the sitting still stands.”

Good to know

A person sent on a mission. Everyday: messenger. A wreath ≠ invigilation.

Near in meaning

envoy, messenger, delegate

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