nomination

Definition

An act or instance of nominating.

Etymology

From Middle English nominacion, nomination, from Middle French nominacion and its etymon Latin nōminātiō, from the verb nōminō (“to name; to nominate”). By surface analysis, nominate + -ion.

Example Sentences

• "Her nomination for the award came as a pleasant surprise."
• "The committee announced his nomination for the position of president."
• "After the nomination, he was required to accept or decline the offer."

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