power of attorney
Americannoun
noun
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legal authority to act for another person in certain specified matters
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the document conferring such authority
Etymology
Origin of power of attorney
First recorded in 1740–50
Example Sentences
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Also, ensure you each have a successor — your daughter, in this case — on your power of attorney document and your healthcare directive.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Amy Kant initially thought she should name a power of attorney about 10 years ago after caring for a dying friend.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
As for your role: You are acting under a power of attorney and therefore have a fiduciary duty to act in your father’s best interests.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
It sounds like your friend’s sister is a trustee or holds power of attorney for their mother.
From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026
I hoped Mom would be in charge of whatever the power of attorney thing was.
From "Lawn Boy Returns" by Gary Paulsen
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