designator
designator Lexical Profile
designator Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A word, code, symbol, or classification label that identifies, specifies, or categorizes a particular person, object, or entity.
"Every commercial flight is assigned a unique alphanumeric designator to ensure clear communication with air traffic control."
An optical or electronic instrument, such as a laser beam emitter, used to pinpoint or mark a specific target or location for measurement or guidance.
"The surveying team used a laser designator to measure the exact distance to the ridge across the valley."
A person or authority that officially appoints, selects, or assigns someone to a specific role, office, or duty.
"Under the new charter, the committee chair acts as the sole designator of the regional delegates."
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Late Latin designator ('one who marks out, orders, or arranges'), an agent noun from Latin designare ('to mark out, point out, or devise'), formed from de- ('out') and signare ('to mark'), from signum ('a mark or sign').