Agent
/ˈeɪ.dʒənt/noun
A person who acts on behalf of another.
Did you know?In ancient times, agents were seen as powerful intermediaries, often believed to channel the will of the gods or spirits!
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
agens
“one who does, a doer, or a performer.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
agentem
“the present participle of agere, meaning 'to do' or 'to act'.”
Old French
Old French
agente
“a person who acts; a doer.”
Middle English
Middle English
agente
“an agent or a person who acts on behalf of others.”
Modern English
English
agent
“a representative or person who acts for another.”