destination

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From Latin dēstinātiōnem, from dēstināre (“‘to destine’”).

[edit] Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /dɛstɪˈneɪʃən/
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  Rhymes: -eɪʃǝn

[edit] Noun

destination (plural destinations)

1. (archaic) The act of destining or appointing.
2. Purpose for which anything is destined; predetermined end, object, or use; ultimate design.
3. The place set for the end of a journey, or to which something is sent; place or point aimed at.

[edit] Usage notes

• Often used attributively to indicate desirability, as "a destination resort."

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