Envoy ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Envoy ( noun )

1. A person sent on a diplomatic mission as a representative of a government or organization.
2. A messenger or representative sent on a special mission.

Origin:

From the old french envoyer (to send), from en- + voie (way).

Examples:

1. The ambassador was accompanied by an envoy on his visit to the foreign country.
2. The envoy was sent to negotiate a peace treaty.
3. The envoy was charged with delivering a message to the other side.
4. The envoy was an experienced diplomat.
5. The envoy's mission was to improve relations between the two countries.

(As a verb)

Envoy ( verb )

1. A person sent on a diplomatic mission as a representative of a government or organization.
2. A messenger or representative sent on a special mission.

Origin:

From the old french envoyer (to send), from en- + voie (way).

Examples:

1. The ambassador was accompanied by an envoy on his visit to the foreign country.
2. The envoy was sent to negotiate a peace treaty.
3. The envoy was charged with delivering a message to the other side.
4. The envoy was an experienced diplomat.
5. The envoy's mission was to improve relations between the two countries.