utsändt

Utsänt is a Swedish word that translates to "dispatched," "sent out," or "emitted" in English. It is a past participle of the verb "utsända," which means to send out, emit, or broadcast. The word can be used in various contexts, referring to the act of sending something or someone, or the act of emitting something.

In the context of people, "utsänt" often implies being sent on a mission or assignment, either by an organization, government, or employer. For example, a diplomat might be "utsänd" to another country, or a missionary might be "utsänt" to a foreign land. This usage suggests a formal delegation or deployment.

When referring to things or abstract concepts, "utsänt" can describe the emission or transmission of something. For instance, a radio station "utsänder" (transmits) signals, or a star "utsänder" (emits) light and heat. It can also describe the sending out of information, such as a press release being "utsänd" to the media.

The word carries a sense of purpose and direction, indicating that something or someone has been deliberately sent from a source to a destination or into the environment. The specific nuance of "utsänt" depends heavily on the surrounding context, but it generally conveys the idea of being sent forth or released.