1. to officially choose someone or something for a particular job or purpose
2. to mark or point out; to indicate or specify
3. to give a name or title to something

Examples

• The board designates a new CEO every five years.
• This area designates the no-parking zone.
• The red line on the map designates the city boundary.
• She designates her assistant to handle the meeting.
• The sign designates this building as a historical landmark.
• The committee designates funds for emergency repairs.
• The coach designates the team captain before each game.