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Definition nominate in American English

nominate verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈnɑmɪˌneɪt/
1

to officially suggest that someone should be given a job, or that someone or something should receive a prize

Example

Each team has to nominate a leader.

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Anyone can nominate a team for an award.

Example

He had already been nominated as a candidate.

Example

She has been nominated to the committee.

Example

He has been nominated to represent his country at the negotiations.

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2

to choose a date or time for an event

Example

5th June has been nominated as election day.

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Definition nominate in American English