This is the 5963rd most frequent Spanish word.
vicetitular
A "vicetitular" is a "deputy titleholder" or "vice titleholder," someone who acts as a secondary or substitute holder of a title.
'vicetitular' is used here to refer to a deputy or second-in-command of a department, illustrating a hierarchical position in an organizational structure.
El vicetitular del departamento asistió a la reunión.
The deputy head of the department attended the meeting.
'vicetitular' in this sentence signifies a supporting or secondary role to a primary leader, emphasizing their collaborative role in decision-making.
El presidente y su vicetitular tomaron decisiones importantes.
The president and his deputy made important decisions.
This usage of 'vicetitular' demonstrates the notion of a subordinate stepping in to temporarily fulfill the responsibilities of a superior, highlighting their readiness to act as a substitute when needed.