Definition of Designate
Designate
de·sig·nate


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To officially choose or appoint someone for a particular role or task.

e.g. The company will designate a team leader to oversee the project.

(verb)
to officially assign a specified status or quality to something;

e.g. Certain schools are designated as vocational schools.

(adjective)
chosen or appointed to an office, but not yet installed;

e.g. She was appointed head art director designate, but she will not be joining until the end of next month.

(verb)
to point out the location of;

e.g. This landmark designates the area where the battle took place.



Translate this Word

Select a language from the dropdown and click "Translate Now" to see this word in your preferred language.




Similar Words



Opposite Words


Comments



English Words