Definition

The role or responsibilities of someone who acts on behalf of another person or group.

Example

The agentry of the new representative was crucial in negotiating the contract.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about a career in agentry?

Not really, but it sounds interesting. What does it involve?

It mostly deals with the office and duties of an agent, like representing clients.

That makes sense! It must be exciting to work in such a dynamic field.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Agentry is derived from "agent" (from Latin "agens", meaning doing or acting) and the suffix "-ry" (meaning a state or condition). The word "agentry" refers to the state or condition of being an agent, particularly in the context of representation or action.

Memory Tip

Think of 'acting' ('agens') as the core of being an agent, and the '-ry' indicates a state. So, agentry is the state of acting or representing.

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