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proxy

[ˈprɒksi]

proxy Definition

  • 1a person authorized to act on behalf of another
  • 2the authority to represent someone else, especially in voting
  • 3a figure that can be used to represent the value of something in a calculation

Using proxy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "proxy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I voted by proxy because I was out of town.

  • Example

    The shareholders appointed a proxy to vote on their behalf.

  • Example

    The temperature is often used as a proxy for measuring the amount of energy in a system.

proxy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for proxy

Antonyms for proxy

Phrases with proxy

  • a conflict between two nations where neither country directly engages the other

    Example

    The Cold War was characterized by numerous proxy wars fought between the United States and the Soviet Union.

  • a server that acts as an intermediary between a client and another server, typically used for security or performance reasons

    Example

    The company uses a proxy server to filter and monitor employees' internet usage.

  • a battle between two groups of shareholders who attempt to gain control of a corporation by soliciting proxies from other shareholders

    Example

    The proxy fight between the two largest shareholders lasted for months before a decision was reached.

Origins of proxy

from Old French 'procuration', from Latin 'procuratio', meaning 'management'

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Summary: proxy in Brief

The term 'proxy' [ˈprɒksi] refers to a person authorized to act on behalf of another, or the authority itself. It can also refer to a figure used to represent the value of something in a calculation. Examples include voting by proxy, appointing a proxy to vote on one's behalf, and using temperature as a proxy for energy. Phrases like 'proxy war' and 'proxy server' extend the term's usage into other contexts.

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