relegation
1. [ noun ] authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions
Synonyms: delegation relegating deputation delegating
Related terms: authorization devolution delegate delegate relegate
2. [ noun ] the act of assigning (someone or something) to a particular class or category
Related terms: categorization demote
3. [ noun ] mild banishment; consignment to an inferior position
Examples:

"he has been relegated to a post in Siberia"

Related terms: banishment banish
Similar spelling:   relegating
  realization
  realisation
  reallocation
  relocation
  relaxation
  reelection
  relegate
  real_estate