delegated function

[/ˈdɛlɪɡeɪtɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən/]
nounpl: delegated functions
função delegada
1. A responsibility, task, or duty that has been assigned by a superior to a subordinate or another party
The manager assigned the delegated function of client communication to the junior staff member.
O gerente atribuiu a função delegada de comunicação com clientes ao membro da equipe júnior.
2. In computing and programming, a function or method that is passed as a parameter or reference to another function
The callback mechanism uses a delegated function to execute code upon completion of an asynchronous operation.
O mecanismo de retorno de chamada usa uma função delegada para executar código após a conclusão de uma operação assíncrona.
3. A power or authority that has been transferred from one entity to another, typically in organizational or governmental contexts
The federal government exercised its delegated functions through state authorities.
O governo federal exerceu suas funções delegadas através das autoridades estaduais.
In Brazilian business culture, 'função delegada' is a formal concept central to organizational hierarchy and management practices. The term reflects the structured approach to distributing responsibilities within companies and government agencies. In the United States, this term is prevalent in corporate governance and legal contexts, particularly regarding constitutional and administrative law discussions about separated powers.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
assigned responsibilitydelegated taskdelegated authoritytransferred functiondelegated duty
Antonyms / Antônimos
retained functioninherent functioncentralized function

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função delegada
Standard term used in business and organizational contexts
São Paulo
função delegada
Commonly used in corporate and governmental settings
Portugal
função delegada
Used similarly in Portuguese administrative and business language
Technical/Computing
função delegada
Used in software development and IT documentation

Related Words

delegationdelegateauthorityresponsibilitytask assignmentempowermentaccountability

Related Idioms & Phrases

delegate a function
assume a delegated function
exercise delegated authority
pass the buck (informal alternative)
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