This is the 3095th most frequent Japanese word.
代理
Substitute; proxy; agent.
In this sentence, the word "代理" is used to describe a role filled by someone acting on behalf of another, specifically as a representative.
彼は社長の代理として会議に出席しました。
He attended the meeting as the president's representative.
Here, "代理" indicates an action performed in place of someone else, emphasizing the aspect of substitution.
私は友達の代理で手紙を送りました。
I sent the letter on behalf of my friend.
"代理" refers to an authorized proxy or agent acting within their designated capacity in formal actions.