designation

Meanings

• Noun

  The process of assigning or conferring a title, office, or role.

  - "The designation of the new CEO was announced at the annual shareholders meeting."
  - "The designation of 'Doctor' is a great honor in the medical field."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with designation
adornment , ornament , acclamation

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Variants

List of all variants of designation that leads to same result
designation , designations , self-designation , self-designations

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin 'designare' meaning 'to mark out' or 'to appoint'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'designation' is often used in the legal and business worlds.

2. In some countries, the designation 'Doctor' is protected by law and can only be used by licensed medical professionals.

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Related Concepts

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1. Appointment: The act of designating someone for a role or position.

2. Title: A designation given to a person or thing to signify their role or status.

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Culture

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In literature, designation is often used to refer to the title or role of a character. In art, it can refer to the labeling or identification of a work.

How to Memorize "designation"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of assigning a title or role to someone.
   - Imagine a ceremony where someone is given a new designation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the act of conferring a title or role.
   - Think of a person being given a new job title.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Design And Sign' to remember the meaning of the word.
   - Remember that designation means 'to mark out' or 'to appoint'.

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