assignation

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a secret rendezvous (especially between lovers)
  2. noun the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan

Etymology

From Middle English assignacioun, from Old French assignacion, from Latin assīgnātiō.

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Synonyms

tryst

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