Vertreter, Stellvertreter; Volksvertreter; Abgeordneter.
1. A diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another; SYN. embassador.
2. An informal representative.
Officer of the highest rank in the diplomatic service, who represents the head of one sovereign state at the court or capital of another.
ETYM Cf. Late Lat. repraesentativus.
A person who represents others.