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1 defer
(dĕ-fer′) [Fr. différer, to differ, fr L. diferre, carry in different directions, differ]To delay or postpone a decision or action.
2 defer
(dĕ-fer′) [Fr. déférer, fr L. deferre, to carry down, report, accuse]To yield respectfully to the opinions or desires of others.