Official diplomatic representatives of a country in a foreign nation, or people who represent or promote a particular activity.
From Old French 'ambassadeur', ultimately from Latin 'ambactus' meaning 'servant' or 'retainer'. The word evolved through medieval diplomatic practices where trusted servants were sent to represent their lords.
The evolution of 'ambassador' from 'servant' to 'representative' reflects the transformation of medieval personal loyalty into modern state diplomacy. Today's cultural ambassadors and brand ambassadors show how the concept has expanded beyond formal diplomacy to any form of representation.
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