remit
Say it: REE-mit /ˈrimɪt/ · noun
What “remit” means
The work you are officially responsible for.
More precisely: The area of activity or responsibility officially assigned to someone.
Example: “Hiring isn't in my remit — you'll need to speak to HR.”
When to use it
In fairly formal workplace talk, when explaining which tasks belong to your role and which belong elsewhere.
Similar words
brief, responsibility, scope
Where it comes from
From Latin remittere, "to send back."
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