Definition of "designation" []

• The act of designating; a marking or pointing out. (noun)
• Nomination or appointment. (noun)
• A distinguishing name or title. (noun)

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• "They have decided to remove the Harlequin designation from the brand."
• "The line will be manufactured exclusively in the United States and will feature the label designation Made for America."
• ""This was not an easy thing, this was a tough thing, they applied, so the title designation is master patrol officer," Dagnan said."