appointment


Definition: Meaning of, appointment in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈpɔɪntm(ə)nt /

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  1. [countable] an arrangement for a meeting at an agreed time and place, for a particular purpose
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  2. [uncountable and countable] when someone is chosen for a position or job
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  3. [countable] a job or position, usually involving some responsibility
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  4. by appointment to the Queen British English a phrase that can be used by a business that sells goods or services to the Queen
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appointment used in phrases

  • appointment book (noun)
    1. American English a DIARY
    2. a large book divided into days and times containing the names of people you have appointments with, for example a doctor or a HAIRDRESSER etc
  • appointment calendar (noun)
    1. a book containing a calendar and space to keep a record of appointments
  • power of appointment (noun)
    1. in a will or deed authority given by a donor to a donee to appoint the beneficiaries of the donor's property
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