Désignant (en. Designating)
/de.zi.ɲɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Relating to a term or symbol that represents something.
The word 'dog' is a designator for a domestic animal.
Le mot 'chien' est un désignant pour un animal domestique.
Which designates a specific function or role.
The position of director is an important designator in the company.
Le poste de directeur est un désignant important dans l'entreprise.
Used to refer to a person who names or designates.
The teacher was the designator of the project.
L'enseignant a été le désignant du projet.
Etymology
From the verb 'designate', which comes from the Latin 'designare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
de facto designating
A person who occupies a position through their actions rather than a formal title.
désignant de fait
official designator
One who is formally placed in a role.
désignant officiel
designating title
A title that represents a specific position or role.
titre désignant
Related Words
define
Establishing the characteristics of a term or concept.
définir
name
Giving a name to something or someone.
nommer
identify
Recognizing or establishing the identity of something.
identifier
Slang Meanings
A term used in academic circles to designate a specific concept.
In our discussion, we used the designator to clarify our ideas.
Dans notre discussion, nous avons utilisé le désignant pour clarifier nos idées.
Informal expression to talk about a designated leader.
He is the designator of the group, even though no one has really elected him.
Il est le désignant du groupe, même si personne ne l'a vraiment élu.