destination

CEFRB1

/dɛstɪˈneɪʃən/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The place where someone or something is going.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    Purpose for which anything is destined; predetermined end, object, or use; ultimate design.

Examples

  • I took the bus in order to reach the destination before it got dark.

  • Round-trip fares to each destination are as follows.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. The act of destining or appointing.

  2. The place set for the end of a journey, or to which something is sent; place or point aimed at.

More examples

In context

  • Andalucia is a popular tourist destination.

  • arrive at your destination

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Origin

noun

From Latin dēstinātiō, from dēstinō (“to destine”).