1. names or titles given to someone or something
Usage: plural of appellation
2. official names or classifications, especially for wines or food products from specific regions
Usage: often used in legal or commercial contexts

Examples

• The wine region has strict rules governing the use of its protected appellations.
• Various appellations have been used to describe this historical figure.
• French cheese makers must follow specific guidelines to use certain appellations.
• The document listed all the formal appellations of the royal family.
• Different appellations for the same plant can cause confusion among gardeners.
• The committee reviewed the proposed appellations for the new districts.