Delegacy
Pronunciation : Del`e*ga*cy
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [From Delegate, a.]
Definition : 1. The act of delegating, or state of being delegated; deputed power. [Obs.] By way of delegacy or grand commission. Sir W. Raleigh.
2. A body of delegates or commissioners; a delegation. [Obs.] Burton.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913