designations

noun

1. 1

   The act of designating; a pointing out or showing; indication.

2. 2

   Selection and appointment for a purpose or office; allotment; direction.

   “His designation as chief justice was controversial.”

3. 3

   That which designates; a distinguishing mark or name; distinctive title; appellation.

4. 4

   Use or application; import; intention; signification, as of a word or phrase.