envoi

/ɑ̃.vwa.i/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of sending something, especially a message, letter, or package.

“The envoy was sent to negotiate a peace treaty between the two warring nations.”

2. noun

A person or thing sent or going to a place, especially as a representative or ambassador.

“The envoy from the foreign government met with the president to discuss trade agreements.”

3. noun

A section or part of a work, especially a literary or musical composition.

“The envoi of the poem was a beautiful and poignant conclusion to the narrative.”

Synonyms

  • delegation
  • mission

Antonyms

  • retraction
  • withdrawal