English · Word Candidate

designation

/dɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən/

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Also seen as: designations

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Meaning · English

An act or instance of designating

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

Selection and appointment for a purpose or office.

Noun

His designation as chief justice was controversial.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “designation” mean?

An act or instance of designating

Is “designation” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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