subagent

[ suhb-ey-juh nt ]
/ sʌbˈeɪ dʒənt /

noun

a person whose duties as an agent are delegated to him or her by another agent.
a person who works for or under the supervision of an agent.

Origin of subagent

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20; sub- + agent

Words nearby subagent

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Example sentences from the Web for subagent

  • But if the subagent's authority is derived directly from the principal, it is not affected by the agent's death.

    Putnam's Handy Law Book for the Layman |Albert Sidney Bolles

  • Sprague was the subagent living on the further edge of the estate.

    Lady Connie |Mrs. Humphry Ward

  • Marmette, the subagent, would know of the incident between Junia and Luzanne; and he feared.

    Carnac's Folly, Complete |Gilbert Parker

  • Generally, it is said, if the general agent appoints a subagent he is nevertheless responsible for his act.

    Up To Date Business |Various