designation
the choosing and naming of someone to be the holder of an official position.
"a leader's designation of his own successor"
synonyms: appointment, nomination, naming, selection, election
"the designation of a leader"
the action of choosing a place for a special purpose or giving it a special status.
"the designation of parts of Santa Ana as an enterprise zone"
synonyms: classification, specification, definition, earmarking, pinpointing
"the designation of wildlife preserves"
a name, description, or title, typically one that is officially bestowed.
plural noun: designations
"a group of tribes banded together under the designation “Sheepeaters.”"
synonyms: title, name, epithet, tag; nickname, byname, sobriquet; informalmoniker, handle; formaldenomination, appellation
"the designation “Generalissimo”"
