nomination
noun
Simple meaning
A device or means by which a person or thing is nominated.
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IPA pronunciation (US)
nɑməˈneɪʃən
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Definition
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noun
more common
The result of such a nomination act.
An act or instance of nominating.
A device or means by which a person or thing is nominated.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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More ways to use nomination
- “There was keen competition for the nomination.”noun
- “The nomination was brief and to the point.”noun
- “The Republican nomination for Governor.”noun
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