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Nomination

Nah-muh-NAY-shuhn

/ˌnɑːmʌˈneɪʃʌn/

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nomination

Dictionary meaning

The act of officially naming a candidate.

Examples

  • The Republican nomination for Governor.
  • The nomination was brief and to the point.

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