defer²

vi.

1. 听从，顺从[（+to）]
   I defer to my parents because they are older and wiser.

   我听从父母，因为他们年长见多识广。

   I will be happy to defer to your advice on these matters.

   我很乐意听从您对这些事情的忠告。

vt.

1. 把……委托给[（+to）]
   You could defer the matter to your colleague.

   你可把这件事委托给同事去办。