nomination

/ˌnɑmɪˈneɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act of officially suggesting someone for a position, award, or honor.
    • Only members can make a nomination for the club's presidency.
    • Her nomination for the award came as a complete surprise.
    • The committee accepted his nomination for the board of directors.
  2. The state of being chosen as a candidate for an election or competition.
    • The nomination gave her the chance to run for governor.
    • He secured the nomination after a close primary race.
    • The film received five Oscar nominations this year.
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