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Designate (verb) means to officially choose someone or something for a specific position or purpose. The term is often used in administrative, professional, and organizational contexts. For instance, a manager might designate a particular employee to lead a project. Synonymous with assigning or appointing, to designate involves formal recognition or allocation of duties, roles, or titles.