designation

Definition of Designation in English :

identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others

the act of putting a person into a non-elective position

Example Sentences:
'the appointment had to be approved by the whole committee'

3. designation, identification

the act of designating or identifying something

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Designation

noun

1.

something that designates, such as a name or distinctive mark

2.

the act of designating or the fact of being designated

noun

1.

a pointing out; indication

2.

a naming for an office, post, or duty

3.

a distinguishing name, title, etc.

n.

1. The act of designating; a marking or pointing out.

2. Nomination or appointment.

3. A distinguishing name or title.