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to designate
01
to choose someone for a certain position or task
Ditransitive: to designate sb to do sth
Transitive: to designate sb for sth
Examples
The manager will designate a team lead to coordinate the project.
The committee will designate a spokesperson to address the media.
02
to choose or intend something for a specific purpose or role
Transitive: to designate sth as sth | to designate sth for a purpose
Examples
The organizers designated one tent as the main information center.
The artist designated her final painting as a gift for the museum.
03
to officially give a specific title, term, or label to someone or something
Ditransitive: to designate sb/sth a title
Examples
She was designated " Employee of the Month " for her hard work.
She was designated the team captain by her coach.
04
to show or indicate the exact location of something
Transitive: to designate a location or spot
Examples
The map will designate the location of the new store.
The guide designated the entrance to the museum on the map.
designate
01
officially chosen or named for a position but not yet formally in office
Examples
The president-elect's designate cabinet members will assume their roles next month.
She is the designate manager, starting her duties next week.
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