legation

• Nom désignant la fonction ou le bureau d'un légat, ou une représentation diplomatique permanente dirigée par un ministre.

A noun referring to the position or office of a legate, or a permanent diplomatic mission led by a minister.

1. Diplomatic missionC1formal

   A diplomatic office or mission that is headed by a minister, typically of a lower rank than an ambassador.

   Légation (mission diplomatique)

   • The legation was established in the capital city.
   • He served as the head of the legation for five years.
   • The legation handled all official communications between the two countries.

   Synonymesdiplomatic missionmission

2. C2formal

   The official position, rank, or office of a legate (a representative or envoy).

   Légation (office d'un légat)

   • He was appointed to the legation in Rome.
   • The legation carried significant authority in the region.
   • Her duties as part of the legation included negotiating treaties.

   Synonymeslegateship