noun (n)

• a group of representatives or delegates(noun.group)

  Synonym:
  commission, delegacy, delegation, mission
  

  source: wordnet30
• authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions(noun.act)

  Synonym:
  delegating, delegation, relegating, relegation
  

  source: wordnet30
• The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.(noun)

  source: webster1913