Delegation (noun)

1. The action of delegating authority or responsibility to another person or group of people.
2. A group of people appointed to perform a specific task or represent a larger group, especially in a political context.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french delegacion, from latin delegatio(n-), from delegare 'send as a deputy' (see delegate).

Examples:

1. The delegation was sent to negotiate a peace treaty.
2. A delegation from the company met with the government officials to discuss the proposed project.
3. The delegation arrived in the country for a week-long visit.
4. The delegation was led by the company's CEO.
5. The delegation was made up of experts in various fields related to the topic.