relegating

(noun) authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions. Synonyms: delegating, delegation, relegation, deputation.

(verb) refer to another person for decision or judgment. Synonyms: relegate, pass on, submit. Example: "She likes to relegate difficult questions to her colleagues."

(verb) assign to a lower position; reduce in rank. Synonyms: demote, bump, relegate, break, kick downstairs. Examples: "She was demoted because she always speaks up." "He was broken down to sergeant."

(verb) expel, as if by official decree. Synonyms: banish, relegate, bar. Example: "He was banished from his own country."

(verb) assign to a class or kind. Synonyms: relegate, classify. Examples: "How should algae be classified?." "People argue about how to relegate certain mushrooms."