power of attorney

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Noun power of attorney has 1 sense

power of attorney - a legal instrument authorizing someone to act as the grantor's agent
--₁ is a kind of legal document, legal instrument, official document, instrument
--₁ has particulars: stock power; proxy

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Power of Attorney

Description:

A power of attorney is a legal document that grants someone the authority to act on behalf of another person in making legal, financial, and other important decisions. The person granting the power is referred to as the "principal," while the person receiving the authority is called the "attorney-in-fact" or "agent."

Senses:

Legal: A legally binding document providing someone the power to make decisions on behalf of another individual.

Sample Sentences:

She appointed her sister as her power of attorney to manage her property while she was abroad.
John granted his attorney-in-fact a power of attorney to handle his financial affairs.

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