destination

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[edit] Etymology

From Latin dēstinātiōnem, from dēstināre (to destine).

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Singular
destination

Plural
destinations

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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