English

Etymology
Latin ablegatus, past participle of ablegare; ab + legare to send with a commission. See legate.

Transitive verb
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ablegate

1. obsolete To send abroad. - Bailey

Noun
ablegate

1. (Roman Catholic Church) A representative of the pope charged with important commissions in foreign countries, one of his duties being to bring to a newly named cardinal his insignia of office.

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