désigner

Definitions of désigner
  1. verb
    select something or someone for a specific purpose
    synonyms: déterminer
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    type of:
    choisir
    pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
  2. verb
    charge with a function; charge to be
    synonyms: nommer, être fait
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    type of:
    charger, nommer
    assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to
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