A person possessing power or authority to act, especially in a limited or circumscribed way.
Early 18th century; earliest use found in Newdigate Newsletters. Back-formation from plenipotentiary.
Early 18th century; earliest use found in Newdigate Newsletter. Back-formation from plenipotentiary.
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