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appoint

/əˈpaɪnt/ verb · British & US
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What does appoint mean?

verb

To choose or select someone for a particular job or position, or to schedule something to happen at a particular time. To assign or designate someone or something for a particular task or duty.

Example

"The manager will appoint a new team leader to oversee the project."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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