designation

/ˌdɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən/
noun
  1. A name, title, or identifying label given to someone or something.
    • The park received the designation of a national monument.
    • Her job designation is 'Senior Analyst'.
    • The official designation for the new model is 'X-2000'.
  2. The act of officially choosing someone or something for a particular purpose or role.
    • His designation as team captain was announced during practice.
    • The designation of a new committee chairperson will happen at the next meeting.
    • The designation of this area as a wildlife refuge took several years.
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