Correct spelling for the English word "ablegates" is [ˈe͡ɪbə͡lɡˌe͡ɪts], [ˈeɪbəlɡˌeɪts], [ˈeɪ_b_əl_ɡ_ˌeɪ_t_s] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
The word "ablegate" originates from the Latin word "ablegatus", which is a combination of "ab" (meaning "from" or "away") and "legatus" (meaning "legate" or "ambassador"). In ancient Rome, a "legatus" was a high-ranking official who was sent to represent the Roman government in a foreign land, often with diplomatic or military authority. Therefore, an "ablegate" referred to someone who was delegated or sent away as an ambassador or representative.