The envoy
Example: The envoy delivered an important message from the king.
Definition
"The envoy" is a historical term referring to a messenger or representative sent by a government or ruler to deliver messages or negotiate on their behalf. Typically, the envoy acts as a diplomatic agent carrying important communications between states or leaders.
Etymology
The word "the envoy" comes from the Old French 'envoyé,' meaning 'one sent,' which in turn derives from the Latin 'inviare,' meaning 'to send in.' Did you know that envoys were often trusted figures chosen for their discretion and reliability in sensitive missions?
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"The envoy" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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