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subagent

American  
[suhb-ey-juhnt] / sʌbˈeɪ dʒənt /

noun

  1. a person whose duties as an agent are delegated by another agent.

  2. a person who works for or under the supervision of an agent.


Etymology

Origin of subagent

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20; sub- + agent

Example Sentences

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Should the second or subagent be neglectful, the depositor of the cheque could compel that agent, and not the first, to make its loss good.

From Up To Date Business Home Study Circle Library Series (Volume II.) by Seymour Eaton

It may be added, however, that although he is liable to the person injured, he may be able to recover of the subcontractor or subagent.

From Up To Date Business Home Study Circle Library Series (Volume II.) by Seymour Eaton

Sprague was the subagent living on the further edge of the estate.

From Lady Connie by Mrs. Humphry Ward

I ordered Harris to make the ascent, so I could put the thrill and horror of it in my book, and he accomplished the feat successfully, through a subagent, for three francs, which I paid.

From A Tramp Abroad — Volume 05 by Mark Twain

Generally, it is said, if the general agent appoints a subagent he is nevertheless responsible for his act.

From Up To Date Business Home Study Circle Library Series (Volume II.) by Seymour Eaton

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