power of attorney

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌpaʊə(r) əv əˈtɜː(r)niː/

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Expression

Expression power of attorney

1. (uncountable) (law) If you have power of attorney for someone, their health, or their property, you have the legal power to act as their agent in those matters.
2. (countable) (law) The power of attorney is a legal document allowing someone to act as your agent.