Destination

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /dÉ›stɪˈneɪʃən/Rhymes: -eɪʃən

Origin

From Latin dēstinātiōnem, from dēstināre ("to destine").

Full definition of destination

Noun

1. (archaic) The act of destining or appointing.
2. Purpose for which anything is destined; predetermined end, object, or use; ultimate design.
3. The place set for the end of a journey, or to which something is sent; place or point aimed at.

Usage notes

Often used attributively to indicate desirability, as "a destination resort" (a resort that is a fine, desirable destination).

Destination wedding - an advance planned wedding in a foreign country, usually at a high end resort, where the couple, the wedding party and their guests stay for about a week.

Related terms

• destinate