Deputy (6,2,7)
'deputy' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for delegate that I've seen before include "Representative sent to meeting" , "Envoy" , "Pass down for action" , "Conference representative" , "Consign" .)
'deputy' is the definition.
(I know that deputy can be written as second-in-command)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for second in command that I've seen before include "He's close to the boss" , "Officer" , "deputy leader" , "number two" , "given only the most short-lived responsibility!" .)
'deputy' is the definition.
(I know that deputy can be written as assistant)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for assistant that I've seen before include "Aide, helper" , "help required?" , "one helps out" , "Deputy, subordinate" , "One helping" .)