Definition of "nominate"

nominate

/ˈnɒm.ɪ.neɪt/

verb
third-person singular simple present nominates, present participle nominating, simple past and past participle nominated
1. To name someone as a candidate for a particular role or position, including that of an office.
2. (cue sports) To specify in advance which pocket a ball will be potted in; to call; to name.
3. (obsolete) To entitle, confer a name upon.
adjective
not comparable
1. (zoology) nominotypical